Varicose Veins: Diagnosis and Treatment Part 4: Thermal Ablation
Endovenous Thermal Ablation This procedure treats a long segment of refluxed vein. In this procedure, a long tube is inserted into the vein, and laser or radio frequency energy is applied to the numbed leg to correct the reflux. Conveniently, this two hour procedure can be done in-office. Relaxation and anti-inflammatory medications are give before draping the leg in a sterile cloth. A catheter is inserted to cover the wire that receives the energy to make it more comfortable. The heat from the ablation device thermally injures the lining of the diseased vein, and the vein closes permanently. After treatment, steristrips cover the insertion point, while a compression stocking keeps your leg healing properly for 48 hours. The compression stocking must be worn until the 7-day follow up. You can resume most daily activities immediately. It is normal to feel some pain during the procedure and see bruising along the entire treatment area, which can last for up to two weeks. Acetaminophen and ibuprofen will help you deal with the pain. While uncommon, some risks associated with Thermal Ablation include: Infection, bleeding, deep and superficial thrombosis, numbness, blistering, or skin discoloration. Risks are minimized and managed by using a sterile environment. DVT and numbness usually goes away in up to six months. In a very small amount of cases, numbness in the calf can be permanent.
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Focused Ultrasound/ MRgFUS treatment demonstrated and explained
Dr. SB Desai – Director, Department of Imaging and Interventional Radiology, Jaslok Hospital demonstrates and explains in detail the Focused Ultrasound / MRgFUS treatment at Jaslok Hospital.
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Bone Cancer Pain Treatment
New Bone Tumor Treatments Reduce Pain Nonsurgically
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CCSVI: My Doppler Results and Plans for Treatment
Yesterday I met with a Professor who is expert in cardiovascular and interventional radiology. He reviewed my scans and reports and is recommending a course of action involving inserting a catheter and balloon into the vein to open up the stenosis. I forgot to mention a couple of things. They will be testing the blood in the brain for Hughes Syndrome (to rule out this being the cause of the narrowing). I don’t believe I have Hughes Syndrome as it is not in keeping with my symptoms. Also a strange thing to note, my jugular valve is inverted. Has anyone else who has had the doppler found they have this? Interestingly I was the third MS patient to enter his office that week with narrowed jugular veins. (he has not seen MS patients before with this complaint) so clearly people are starting to hear the research and are presenting for treatment. Also, MS Research Australia released a statement yesterday which in part said “MSRA understands the sentiment of excitement arising from the Buffalo and other studies but urges that people with MS do not proceed to treatment of any identified venous abnormalities until further studies independently validate these findings.” But I ask the question, if I did not have MS and discovered I had a stenosed jugular to the degree mine is… why would I not have this procedure? Surely a blocked jugular is a bad thing whether you have MS or not. www.msra.org.au I will be sending my reports and details of the proposed treatment to my Neuro (as I …
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Radiofrequency ablation treatment of osteoid osteoma
Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat to kill a tumor. In this video, a Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin patient is being treated for an osteoid osteoma, a small, painful, benign (non cancerous) tumor. Radiofrequency ablation is a safe and highly effective technique for the treatment of osteoid osteoma. To learn more about radiofrequency ablation and other interventional radiology procedures, visit Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin online at: www.chw.org
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Stroke Diagnosis and Rapid Treatment: Time is of the Essence
Each year nearly three-quarters of a million people suffer a stroke in the United States. To minimize damage from a stroke blood flow to the brain mist be restored as quickly as possible. Dr. Christopher Dowd, UCSF Radiology, is an expert in the field of interventional neuroradiology, a minimally invasive approach in the treatment of vascular diseases of the central nervous system. Series: UCSF Mini Medical School for the Public [7/2010] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 18533]
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MRI Safety — Level 1: Staff and Facility Personnel (16 min) visit us @www.falckproductions.com MRI Safety — Level 1: Staff and Facility Personnel, created in conjunction with www.rad-planning.com, reviews the most common safety hazards associated with an MR scanner. The strong magnetic field can pose serious hazards if those who work near the MR Suite do not follow proper safety precautions. MRI Safety — Level 1: Staff and Facility Personnel reviews the dangers associated with the magnetic field and teaches how to work safely within an MR facility or hospital. Facility personnel that are not formally trained in a Radiology program must be aware of correct procedures for routine and emergency situations at MR facilities and hospitals. This film serves as a valuable introduction or refresher to MRI safety for non-MR personnel that must work near the MR Suite. The DVD menu separates the below training points into chapters, making the individual chapters ideal for daily safety meetings or behavior-based safety programs • MRI Hazards • Implants and Electronics • Cryogen Awareness • Missile Effect • General Safety Procedures • MR Safety Boundaries (Zones) • MR Item Classification System o MR Safe/MR Conditional/MR Unsafe • Emergency Response Procedures View the free online full film preview @ www.falckproductions.com www.mrisafetyvideo.net
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Deep Vein Thrombosis Treatment at Stanford Hospital – Laura Resnansky’s Story
In recognition of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) awareness month, check out the story of how one young mother’s life was saved. The DVT treatment pioneered at Stanford is a minimally-invasive, outpatient procedure.
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IRE: Minimally Invasive Treatment for Inoperable Cancer Tumors
University of Maryland interventional radiologists describe the benefits of IRE and what happens during the procedure. Related Links: IRE: Ask the Expert www.umm.edu Vascular/Interventional Radiology www.umm.edu Greenebaum Cancer Center www.umgcc.org Find a Doctor www.umm.edu
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New Cancer Treatment from Vascular Designs
Vascular Designs has created a new form of cancer treatment. Its IsoFlow infusion catheter system can bring hope for another tomorrow to individuals suffering from life-threatening illnesses such as cancer that can benefit from a direct-delivery approach to treatment.
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With the equipment set up in the mobile X-ray station they are able to see the radiological image in real time and through telemedicine and telecommunication send it to the X-ray system in the hospital they refer to. It takes a reasonably short time, around one minute, one and a half minutes.
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