Journal of vascular and interventional radiology : JVIR
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Sep 2013
Tunneled internal jugular hemodialysis catheters: impact of laterality and tip position on catheter dysfunction and infection rates.
To determine rates of dysfunction and infection for tunneled internal jugular vein hemodialysis catheters based on laterality of insertion and catheter tip position. ⋯ When inserted from the left internal jugular vein, catheter tip position demonstrated a significant impact on catheter-related dysfunction and infection; this relationship was not demonstrated for right-sided catheters.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Sep 2013
Tunneled peritoneal drainage catheter placement for refractory ascites: single-center experience in 188 patients.
To assess the success and safety of tunneled peritoneal drainage catheters for the management of ascites refractory to medical management. ⋯ Radiologic insertion of tunneled peritoneal drainage catheters demonstrated a 100% technical success rate for insertion and an acceptable complication rate for the management of refractory ascites.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Sep 2013
Clinical TrialApparent diffusion coefficient of uterine leiomyoma as a predictor of the potential response to uterine artery embolization.
To determine the utility of the apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) of uterine leiomyoma for prediction of the potential response to uterine artery embolization (UAE). ⋯ ADC of uterine leiomyomas was significantly related to the volume reduction after UAE. ADC may be useful in predicting the potential response to UAE. A high ADC of the uterine leiomyoma may be associated with a greater volume reduction after UAE.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Sep 2013
Efficacy of peripheral interventional radiologists performing endovascular stroke therapy guided by CT perfusion triage of patients.
To assess safety and efficacy of intraarterial mechanical thrombectomy for treatment of ischemic stroke in a community hospital by peripheral interventional radiologists employing computed tomography (CT) perfusion imaging for patient selection. ⋯ Peripheral interventional radiologists who use CT perfusion imaging for patient triage can have good neurologic outcomes and provide sustainable, safe, and complete around-the-clock coverage for endovascular stroke treatment.