Journal of vascular and interventional radiology : JVIR
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Dec 2012
Retrospective review of 120 celect inferior vena cava filter retrievals: experience at a single institution.
To evaluate retrospectively the safety and retrievability of the Celect IVC filter. ⋯ This study showed a high penetration rate for Celect IVC filters, including penetrations that were symptomatic or involved adjacent structures. Penetration appears to correlate with indwelling time, suggesting that the filter should be removed as soon as PE protection is no longer indicated. Although most of the filters were removed, 5.8% of retrievals were unsuccessful because of technical failure.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Dec 2012
Clinical TrialEfficacy of combined treatment with medial branch radiofrequency neurotomy and steroid block in lumbar facet joint arthropathy.
To evaluate the long-term efficacy of combined radiofrequency (RF) neurotomy and steroid nerve block in patients with lumbar facet joint arthropathy. ⋯ Combined RF neurotomy and steroid nerve block produced substantial improvement in terms of long-term pain relief and quality of life.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Dec 2012
Clinical TrialMagnetic resonance imaging-guided focused ultrasound treatment of pedunculated subserosal uterine fibroids: a preliminary report.
To evaluate magnetic resonance (MR) imaging-guided focused ultrasound (US) as a treatment for pedunculated subserosal fibroids. ⋯ The results of this preliminary study suggest that MR imaging-guided focused US may be a safe and effective treatment for pedunculated subserosal fibroids. Larger prospective studies with longer follow-up are needed to confirm the suitability of MR imaging-guided focused US to treat this type of fibroid.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Dec 2012
Clinical TrialPercutaneous irreversible electroporation for downstaging and control of unresectable pancreatic adenocarcinoma.
Treatment of unresectable locally advanced pancreatic cancer (LAPC) usually includes chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy in an attempt to downstage these tumors to the extent of resectability, but outcomes remain poor. Irreversible electroporation (IRE) is an ablative modality that may be useful in this population. The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety of percutaneous IRE in patients with pancreatic adenocarcinoma. ⋯ Percutaneous IRE for pancreatic adenocarcinoma is feasible and safe. A prospective trial is being planned.