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Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol ; 46(7): 880-890, 2023 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37337059

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: To describe safety and clinical outcomes among patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) to the liver treated with transarterial chemoembolization with HepaSphere™ Microspheres 30-60 µm loaded with irinotecan (ΙRI-HEP-TACE). MATERIAL AND METHODS: In this prospective study (NCT04866290), 100 adults with confirmed mCRC to the liver who were ineligible for resection were enrolled and followed up to 24 months or death. Study outcomes among Salvage (patients not tolerating more cycles of chemotherapy) and Non-salvage patients included overall survival (OS), progression-free survival (PFS), objective response (OR), objective response rate (ORR), best tumor response (BTR), adverse events (AEs), and pharmacokinetics of irinotecan and its active metabolite, 7-ethyl-10-hydroxy-camptothecin (SN38). RESULTS: The median age was 66 years (range: 31-89). Median OS was 15.08 months (95% confidence interval [CI]: 12.33-17.25). PFS was 8.52 months (95% CI: 6.0-9.0; p < 0.001). ORR was 42.2% (95% CI: 31.57-53.50) and 35.9% (95% CI: 25.57-47.62) based on modified RECIST (Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors) and RECIST 1.1 criteria. BTR was not significantly different between mRECIST and RECIST (p = 0.745). The Non-salvage group had a statistically significant difference in median OS relative to the Salvage group (15.3 vs. 3 months; p < 0.001). Pharmacokinetic analyses demonstrated no correlation of OS with plasma concentration of irinotecan and SN38 (all p > 0.05). Most AEs were Grade 2 (257/279), the most common AE was right upper abdominal pain (180/279). One major AE (tumor rupture) was reported. CONCLUSION: IRI-HEP-TACE is an alternative treatment for patients with Non-salvage mCRC to the liver.


Subject(s)
Carcinoma, Hepatocellular , Chemoembolization, Therapeutic , Colonic Neoplasms , Colorectal Neoplasms , Liver Neoplasms , Rectal Neoplasms , Adult , Aged , Humans , Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/therapy , Chemoembolization, Therapeutic/adverse effects , Colorectal Neoplasms/pathology , Irinotecan/therapeutic use , Liver Neoplasms/drug therapy , Liver Neoplasms/pathology , Microspheres , Prospective Studies , Rectal Neoplasms/therapy , Middle Aged , Aged, 80 and over
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Diagn Interv Imaging ; 102(3): 147-152, 2021 Mar.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-33129753

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PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between the number of microcatheters required for prostatic artery embolization (PAE) and the anatomy of the prostatic artery (PA). MATERIALS AND METHODS: All consecutive patients who underwent PAE between May 2017 and December 2018 were included. The anatomical description of the PAs was assessed by both global cone beam computed tomography and selective angiography and data on the resources used, in terms of microcatheters, were prospectively collected. RESULTS: A total of 215 consecutive patients (mean age, 66±8.7 [SD] years; range: 45-93 years), with a mean International Prostate Symptom Score of 21±7.4 (SD) and a mean prostate volume on magnetic resonance imaging of 88±38 (SD) mL (range: 30-200mL) underwent PAE. A single PA was observed in 347 hemipelvises (347/411; 84.4%) and double PAs in 64 (64/411; 15.6%). Eighty percent (173/215 patients) of PAEs were performed using a single microcatheter. Type I PA anatomy required significantly more microcatheters (1.15±0.39 [SD]; range: 1-3), than type II (1.04±0.19 [SD]; range: 1-2), type III (1.09±0.34 [SD]; range: 1-3) and type IV (1.06±0.27 [SD]; range: 1-2) (P=0.01 for all). CONCLUSION: PAE is feasible with limited per-intervention changes in devices for all types of PA anatomy encountered. This could help in the design of appropriate reimbursement policies in various healthcare settings.


Subject(s)
Embolization, Therapeutic , Prostatic Hyperplasia , Aged , Arteries/anatomy & histology , Arteries/diagnostic imaging , Catheters , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Prostatic Hyperplasia/diagnostic imaging , Prostatic Hyperplasia/therapy , Treatment Outcome
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Diagn Interv Imaging ; 101(6): 413-415, 2020 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32354631

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PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to report the clinical evaluation of a 3D-printed protective face shield designed to protect interventional radiologists from droplet transmission of the SARS-Cov-2. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A protective face shield consisting in a standard transparent polymerizing vinyl chloride (PVC) sheet was built using commercially available 3D printers. The 3D-printed face shield was evaluated in 31 interventional procedures in terms of ability to perform the assigned intervention as usual, quality of visual comfort and tolerance using a Likert scale (from 1, as very good to 5, as extremely poor). RESULTS: The mean rating for ability to perform the assigned intervention as usual was 1.7±0.8 (SD) (range: 1-4). The mean visual tolerance rating was 1.6±0.7 (SD) (range: 1-4). The mean tolerability rating was 1.4±0.7 (SD) (range: 1-3). CONCLUSION: The 3D-printed protective face shield is well accepted in various interventions. It may become an additional option for protection of interventional radiologists.


Subject(s)
Betacoronavirus , Coronavirus Infections/prevention & control , Masks , Pandemics/prevention & control , Pneumonia, Viral/prevention & control , Printing, Three-Dimensional , Radiography, Interventional/instrumentation , COVID-19 , Coronavirus Infections/epidemiology , Equipment Design/methods , Equipment Reuse , Humans , Pneumonia, Viral/epidemiology , Prospective Studies , SARS-CoV-2 , Time Factors
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Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol ; 43(7): 1062-1069, 2020 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32342155

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OBJECTIVES: To compare safety and clinical outcomes of embolization of the superior rectal arteries in patients with hemorrhoidal bleeding using particles and coils versus coils only. METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed data for patients undergoing embolization for chronic hemorrhoidal bleeding from January 2014 to April 2017. Embolization was performed with coils alone or with particles and coils. Clinical scores (Paris bleeding severity score, Goligher classification and quality of life score) were obtained, and embolization was performed with microparticles (300-500 µm) followed by fibered pushable coils. Clinical success was defined as an improvement of > 2 points in the Paris bleeding severity score, without complications. Outcomes were compared between the two groups in a matched-pairs analysis (1:1 scenario), with patients embolized with particles and coils as the study group and patients embolized with coils alone as the control. RESULTS: We treated 45 consecutive patients. After matched-pairs analysis, the final study population was 38 patients (19 study group and 19 controls). Clinical success did not differ significantly between the two populations: 63% for control group and 68% for the study group (p = 0.790). The median change in clinical score was - 3 [- 6; - 1] for the control group and - 3 [- 4; - 1] for the study group (p = 0.187). Grade 1 complications were reported in 15% of patients, with no major complications. CONCLUSIONS: Embolization was feasible, with a technical success of 100% and no major complications. Clinical success was obtained in 66% in patients with no difference when using combined embolization with particles and coils versus coils only.


Subject(s)
Embolization, Therapeutic/instrumentation , Embolization, Therapeutic/methods , Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage/therapy , Hemorrhoids/therapy , Rectum/blood supply , Feasibility Studies , Female , Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage/complications , Hemorrhoids/complications , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Retrospective Studies , Treatment Outcome
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Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol ; 41(3): 483-488, 2018 Mar.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28887670

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PURPOSE: To compare outcomes of percutaneous robot-assisted uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) using two different endovascular robotic catheters. METHODS: Twenty-one patients with a symptomatic uterine fibroid were prospectively enrolled in a single-center study to be treated with a percutaneous robot-assisted embolization using the Magellan system. Fourteen patients were treated using a first generation steerable robotic catheter, version 1.0 (group 1), and seven were treated using the new version 1.1 (group 2). Demographic, pathologic, and procedural variables were recorded. Dose Area Product (DAP) and physician equivalent doses were registered for each procedure. Procedural related complications and clinical midterm outcomes were also evaluated. RESULTS: Successful robot-assisted UFE was obtained in eight patients (57.1%) in group 1 and 7 patients (100%) in group 2 (p = 0.01). A successful robot-assisted catheterization of the internal iliac artery anterior branch was performed in all patients of both groups. Median selective target vessel catheterization time was 21.0 ± 12.8 vs 13.4 ± 7 min (p = 0.04) and total fluoroscopy time was 30.3 ± 11.2 vs 19.3 ± 5.9 min, respectively, in group 1 and 2. Mean DAP decreased from 18472.6 ± 15622 to 5469.1 ± 4461.0 cGy·cm2 (p = 0.04). All patients obtained a symptoms relief at 6 months follow-up. CONCLUSIONS: Robot-assisted uterine fibroid embolization is safe and effective. New version of steerable robotic catheter allows performing a faster procedure without related adverse events compared to old version.


Subject(s)
Embolization, Therapeutic/instrumentation , Embolization, Therapeutic/methods , Leiomyoma/therapy , Robotics/methods , Uterine Neoplasms/therapy , Catheters , Female , Follow-Up Studies , Humans , Middle Aged , Prospective Studies , Treatment Outcome
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J Med Vasc ; 42(4): 237-243, 2017 Jul.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28705343

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Common femoral vein occlusion (CFVO) is frequently found in patients with chronic venous insufficiency. The iatrogenic form, secondary to either central catheter or surgery, is very rare but highly symptomatic. Classical compression therapy barely improves the clinical status of these patients, making them suitable candidates for an interventional procedure for venous recanalization. METHODS: We report here three consecutive cases of iatrogenic CFVO referred to our outpatient clinic because the disease had an impact on daily life activities. We detail the recanalization procedure, the Doppler control and the short-term outcome. RESULTS: In each case, endovascular recanalization required rigid material (rigid guide or Colapinto needle) to cross the fibrous adhesions before angioplasty could be performed with stenting. The procedure required two attempts in each case, underlining its complexity, but eventually enabled effective recanalization. No major complication occurred per- or post-procedure. One month later, a duplex Doppler control confirmed the permeability of the common femoral vein. The patients had experienced rapid and significant symptom improvement. CONCLUSION: Patients suffering from severe chronic venous insufficiency caused by iatrogenic CFVO can benefit from endovascular recanalization. Although these procedures may be complex due to the extensive fibrosis at the Scarpa and require specialized equipment, no major complications were observed. Patency of the recanalization persisted at least one month after the procedure. Symptom relief was good.


Subject(s)
Endovascular Procedures , Femoral Vein/surgery , Vascular Diseases/surgery , Adult , Aged , Chronic Disease , Humans , Iatrogenic Disease , Male
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Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol ; 40(8): 1141-1146, 2017 Aug.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28584945

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Interventional radiology provides a wide variety of vascular, nonvascular, musculoskeletal, and oncologic minimally invasive techniques aimed at therapy or palliation of a broad spectrum of pathologic conditions. Outcome data for these techniques are globally evaluated by hospitals, insurance companies, and government agencies targeting in a high-quality health care policy, including reimbursement strategies. To analyze effectively the outcome of a technique, accurate reporting of complications is necessary. Throughout the literature, numerous classification systems for complications grading and classification have been reported. Until now, there has been no method for uniform reporting of complications both in terms of definition and grading. The purpose of this CIRSE guideline is to provide a classification system of complications based on combining outcome and severity of sequelae. The ultimate challenge will be the adoption of this system by practitioners in different countries and health economies within the European Union and beyond.


Subject(s)
Quality Assurance, Health Care/methods , Radiology, Interventional/standards , Europe , Humans , Societies, Medical
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Diagn Interv Imaging ; 98(11): 793-799, 2017 Nov.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28571704

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility, safety and efficacy of percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of lung metastases from colorectal carcinoma using C-arm cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) guidance. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This single-center prospective observational study was performed from August 2013 to August 2016, and included consecutive patients referred for radiofrequency ablation of lung metastases from colorectal cancer. Radiofrequency ablation procedures were performed under C-arm CBCT guidance. Feasibility was assessed by probe accuracy placement, time to accurate placement and number of C-arm CBCT acquisitions to reach the target lesion. Safety was assessed by the report of adverse event graded using the common terminology criteria for adverse events (CTCAE-V4.0). Efficacy was assessed by metastases response rate using RECIST 1.1 and 18FDG-PET-CT tumor uptake at 6months. RESULTS: Fifty-four consecutive patients (32 men, 22 women) with a mean age of 63±8 (SD) years (range: 51-81years) with a total of 56 lung metastasis from colorectal metastases were treated in a single session. The mean tumor diameter was 25.6±4.5 (SD)mm (range: 17-31mm). Median time to insert the needle into the target lesion was 10min (range: 5-25min). Median number of needles repositioning and C-arm CBCT acquisition per patient was 1 (range: 0-3) and 4 (range: 3-6) respectively. The accuracy for radiofrequency ablation probe placement was 2±0.2 (SD)mm (range: 0-9mm). Pneumothorax requiring chest tube placement occurred in one patient (CTCAE-V4.0 grade 3). At 6months, all patients were alive with tumor response rate of -27% and had no significant activity on the 18FDG-PET CT follow-up. CONCLUSION: Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of lung metastases from colorectal cancer under C-arm CBCT guidance is feasible and safe, with immediate and short-term results similar to those obtained using conventional CT guidance.


Subject(s)
Catheter Ablation , Colorectal Neoplasms/pathology , Cone-Beam Computed Tomography , Lung Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging , Lung Neoplasms/surgery , Radiography, Interventional , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Fluorodeoxyglucose F18 , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Positron Emission Tomography Computed Tomography , Prospective Studies , Radiopharmaceuticals
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Colorectal Dis ; 19(2): 194-199, 2017 Feb.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-27338153

ABSTRACT

AIM: The aim of this study was to assess the safety and efficacy of the emborrhoid technique (embolization of the superior haemorrhoidal arteries) in patients ineligible for surgery. METHODS: Between January 2014 and April 2015, 30 consecutive patients (average age 58 years) suffering from disabling chronic bleeding due to haemorrhoidal disease and with a contraindication for surgery (n = 23) or with a failure of instrumental or surgical treatment (n = 7) underwent embolization. All cases were discussed at multidisciplinary meetings including a proctology specialist or a surgeon and an interventional radiologist. We performed super selective micro coil embolization (pushable 2-3 mm fibre coils) of the distal branches of the superior rectal arteries with a microcatheter, via a right femoral approach, under local anaesthesia. We assessed clinical outcome by evaluating bleeding and specific clinical scores relating to bleeding and changes in quality of life. RESULTS: Immediate technical success, with no complication, was achieved in 93% of cases. A mean of 3.1 arteries per patient was embolized, with a mean of 7.6 coils per patient. Median follow-up was 5 months. Clinical score improvement was observed in 72%, in 17 patients after a single embolization session, and in four additional patients after a second embolization session. No improvement in bleeding was observed in eight patients (28%). CONCLUSION: Distal coil embolization of the superior rectal arteries for disabling chronic bleeding due to haemorrhoidal disease is safe and effective in patients untreatable by surgery.


Subject(s)
Embolization, Therapeutic/methods , Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage/therapy , Hemorrhoids/therapy , Mesenteric Artery, Inferior , Rectum/blood supply , Adult , Aged , Chronic Disease , Endovascular Procedures , Female , Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage/etiology , Hemorrhoids/complications , Humans , Male , Middle Aged
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Diagn Interv Imaging ; 96(7-8): 789-96, 2015.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-26066549

ABSTRACT

Spontaneous muscle hematomas are a common and serious complication of anticoagulant treatment. The incidence of this event has increased along with the rise in the number of patients receiving anticoagulants. Radiological management is both diagnostic and interventional. Computed tomography angiography (CTA) is the main tool for the detection of hemorrhage to obtain a positive, topographic diagnosis and determine the severity. Detection of an active leak of contrast material during the arterial or venous phase is an indication for the use of arterial embolization. In addition, the interventional radiological procedure can be planned with CTA. Arterial embolization of the pedicles that are the source of the bleeding is an effective technique. The rate of technical and clinical success is 90% and 86%, respectively.


Subject(s)
Embolization, Therapeutic/methods , Hematoma/therapy , Muscular Diseases/therapy , Abdominal Muscles/blood supply , Aged , Angiography , Anticoagulants/adverse effects , Anticoagulants/therapeutic use , Extravasation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Materials/etiology , Extravasation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Materials/therapy , Female , Hematoma/chemically induced , Hematoma/diagnosis , Humans , Male , Muscular Diseases/chemically induced , Psoas Muscles/blood supply , Risk Factors , Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol ; 38(6): 1502-7, 2015 Dec.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-25933644

ABSTRACT

CIRSE established a registry of retrievable filter use with the primary aim of determining the success of IVC Filter retrieval and associated complications. Secondary endpoints included filter indications, imaging strategies before retrieval, filter dwell times, and anticoagulation status. A web-based electronic registry was hosted between 01/12/2010 and 30/06/2012. Data entry occurred at the date of IVC filter retrieval and included items such as filter type, indication for filter insertion, access route, dwell time, retrieval success, complications, reasons for failed retrieval, and anticoagulation status. 671 filter retrievals were entered (male:female 333:295, mean age 55, median 57). Retrieval data were not entered in 43/671 leaving 628 patients for analysis. The 4 commonest retrievable filters used were the Celect in 182 patients, the OPTEASE in 161, ALN in 120, and Gunther Tulip in 98. Filters were inserted for absolute indications 40%, relative indications in 31%, and prophylactic in 24%, with 5% missing. Mean filter dwell time was 90 days. Filters were successfully retrieved in 576/628 patients (92%). The mean dwell time for successful retrievals was 85 days versus 145 days for unsuccessful retrievals (p = 0.001). Major complications occurred in 2 patients (0.03%). In summary, the CIRSE retrievable filter registry demonstrates a retrieval rate of 92% across a range of filter types, with a low major complication rate, reflecting current practice. There is an increase in trend of retrievable filter use for relative and prophylactic indications.


Subject(s)
Device Removal/statistics & numerical data , Registries/statistics & numerical data , Vena Cava Filters/statistics & numerical data , Vena Cava, Inferior , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged
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Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol ; 38(1): 72-8, 2015 Feb.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-25366092

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: The 'emborrhoid' technique consists of the embolization of the hemorrhoidal arteries. The endovascular arterial occlusion is performed using coils placed in the terminal branches of the superior rectal arteries. The emborrhoid technique has been modeled after elective transanal Doppler-guided hemorrhoidal artery ligation which has been shown to be effective in hemorrhoidal disease. We report the first 14 cases of our experience with emborrhoid technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Fourteen patients with disabling chronic rectal bleeding were treated using the emborrhoid technique (3 women, 11 men). The stage of the hemorrhoidal disease was II (10 patients), III (3), and IV (1). This treatment was decided by a multidisciplinary team (proctologist, visceral surgeon, and radiologist). Seven patients underwent previous proctological surgery. Ten patients had coagulation disorders (anticoagulants or cirrhosis). Superior rectal arteries were embolized with pushable microcoils (0.018). RESULTS: Technical success of the embolization procedure was 100 %. Clinical success at 1 month was 72 % (10/14). Of the 4 patients who experienced rebleeding, two underwent additional embolization of the posterior rectal arteries with success. No pain or ischemic complications were observed in 13 patients. One patient experienced a temporary painful and edematous, perianal reaction. CONCLUSION: Our case studies suggest that coil embolization of the superior rectal arteries is technically feasible, safe and well tolerated. Additional studies are needed to evaluate the efficacy of this new 'emborrhoid' technique in the management of hemorrhoidal disease.


Subject(s)
Embolization, Therapeutic/methods , Hemorrhoids/diagnostic imaging , Hemorrhoids/therapy , Rectum/blood supply , Adult , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Angiography , Feasibility Studies , Female , Humans , Imaging, Three-Dimensional , Male , Mesenteric Artery, Inferior/diagnostic imaging , Middle Aged , Rectum/diagnostic imaging , Treatment Outcome
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Diagn Interv Imaging ; 95(6): 601-9, 2014 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-24637204

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: Partial nephrectomy (PN) is an accepted alternative to radical nephrectomy for nephron sparing surgery to treat renal tumors. Although complications are relatively rare after PN, they may include renal hemorrhage that can be massive and life threatening. Artery embolization can have a major role in the management of these cases and to avoid radical nephrectomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We report four consecutive patients with massive hemorrhage after PN, treated by arterial embolization and review the literature to discuss the clinical presentation, imaging evaluation and clinical outcome. All patients developed arteriovenous fistula and one a pseudoaneurysm. RESULTS: After selective catheterization and identification of the bleeding site, we used microcoils as embolization material. Immediate technical and clinical success was achieved in all cases. CONCLUSION: Superselective artery embolization of renal hemorrhage is a simple, safe and efficient procedure. It has a high clinical success and should be considered as an alternative to nephrectomy, minimizing the morbidity and preserving renal tissue.


Subject(s)
Embolization, Therapeutic/methods , Kidney Diseases/etiology , Kidney Diseases/therapy , Nephrectomy/adverse effects , Postoperative Hemorrhage/etiology , Postoperative Hemorrhage/therapy , Renal Artery , Adult , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Nephrectomy/methods , Retrospective Studies
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Diagn Interv Imaging ; 94(11): 1123-31, 2013 Nov.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-24007774

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PURPOSE: To compare the diagnostic performance of MDCTA versus renal angiography in the detection of>50% renal artery stenosis in patients suspected of reno-vascular hypertension. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Between January 2005 and January 2010, 92 MDCTA and renal arteriographies were retrospectively analysed. Renal angiographies were read by one interventional radiologist. Three blinded independent readers (two senior radiologists and one technician) scored MDCTA images using three different approaches. Reader 1 scored stenosis using only MPR and MIP. Reader 2 (technician) used only proprietary automatic arterial segmentation software. Reader 3 used the cited software, using manual diameter measurements. RESULTS: A total of 92 patients, (235 renal arteries) were assessed in which 48 significant stenosis were found by arteriography. Sensitivity, specificity, of MDCTA compared to renal arteriography were respectively per patient for reader 1: (88%; 80%); for reader 2: (58%; 80%); for reader 3: (96%; 90%) (P<.02). CONCLUSION: When using automated vessel analysis software edited by a radiologist, MDCTA studies had a Sensibility/Specificity of 96%/90% to detect>50% renal artery stenosis.


Subject(s)
Angiography/methods , Atherosclerosis/diagnostic imaging , Image Processing, Computer-Assisted , Multidetector Computed Tomography , Renal Artery Obstruction/diagnostic imaging , Software , Adult , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Atherosclerosis/complications , Cohort Studies , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Renal Artery Obstruction/etiology , Reproducibility of Results , Retrospective Studies
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Diagn Interv Imaging ; 94(3): 311-8, 2013 Mar.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-23375426

ABSTRACT

We report three cases of ureteral-iliac fistula (UIF) in patients referred for treatment of macroscopic haematuria. Though it is a classic aetiology of haematuria, it is often difficult to diagnose and the treatment is not yet standardized. A diagnostic evaluation in combination with multidisciplinary approach improves the prognosis of the patients. Curative treatment via the endovascular route is effective and safe, and has a rapidly favourable course in all of our patients. The use of covered stents combined with the Amplatzer™ vascular plug makes the procedure easy and safe.


Subject(s)
Endovascular Procedures , Iliac Artery , Ureteral Diseases/surgery , Urinary Fistula/surgery , Vascular Fistula/surgery , Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Urologic Surgical Procedures/methods
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Diagn Interv Imaging ; 93(5): 380-5, 2012 May.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-22504177

ABSTRACT

The recent application of endovascular treatment techniques to venous pathologies has meant that new therapeutic solutions can be offered to patients suffering from post-thrombotic syndrome. This often-underestimated condition frequently complicates cases of deep vein thrombosis, whether treated or not, leading to a chronic and disabling set of clinical symptoms (oedema, claudication, pain, venous ulcers, etc.) due to the combination of the pathophysiological phenomena of obstructions and reflux. These clinical signs see only minimal improvement when managed with the classic medical treatment, venotonic agents, and venous compression. We report the cases of two patients suffering with chronic post-thrombotic venous obstruction of the lower limbs in whom endovascular treatment brought clear and long-lasting clinical improvement.


Subject(s)
Endovascular Procedures , Postthrombotic Syndrome/surgery , Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged
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