Journal of vascular and interventional radiology : JVIR
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Jul 2008
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative StudyEconomic evaluation of uterine artery embolization versus hysterectomy in the treatment of symptomatic uterine fibroids: results from the randomized EMMY trial.
To investigate whether uterine artery embolization (UAE) is a cost-effective alternative to hysterectomy for patients with symptomatic uterine fibroids, the authors performed an economic evaluation alongside the multicenter randomized EMMY (EMbolization versus hysterectoMY) trial. ⋯ The 24-month cumulative cost of UAE is lower than that of hysterectomy. From a societal economic perspective, UAE is the superior treatment strategy in women with symptomatic uterine fibroids.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Jul 2008
CT-guided percutaneous catheter drainage in necrotizing pancreatitis: outcomes among patients discharged with drains in place.
To evaluate the clinical success of discharging patients with persistent drainage from percutaneous pancreatic catheters and to identify factors related to complications and re-admission. ⋯ Patients with necrotizing pancreatitis who have persistent drainage from percutaneous catheters at the time of hospital discharge are more likely to be re-admitted if there is CT evidence of inadequate resolution of the necrotic collection.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Jul 2008
Suprarenal inferior vena cava filters: a 20-year single-center experience.
To assess the clinical safety and efficacy of suprarenal inferior vena cava (IVC) filters during long-term follow-up. ⋯ Suprarenal filters are safe and effective in preventing PE. The placement of IVC filters above the renal veins does not carry an added risk of complications.
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The present report describes the authors' experience with the placement and retrieval of inferior vena cava (IVC) filters in children with a maximum IVC diameter of 1 cm. Over a 14-month period, three filters were placed in three children. ⋯ In one case, the child was receiving palliative care and removal was not attempted. No complications were encountered during placement, the period of implantation, or retrieval.