abstract：:This study aimed to evaluate and compare the biodistribution properties of three transarterial Lipiodol-based therapeutic regimens in human hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). In this prospective study with 13 patients randomly allocated to one of three study groups, each of the patients received transcatheter intra-arter...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Yu SC,Leung TW,Lau WY,Lee N,Hui EP,Yeo W,Lai PB,Mok TS

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate the influence that measurement of balloon volume as a controlled variable in addition to balloon pressure has on the outcome of balloon angioplasty in an experimental model. METHODS:One hundred and three segments of explanted normal porcine carotid arteries were obtained. Five were used as contr...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Shehab M,Michalis LK,Rees MR

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Air embolism is a rare but potentially fatal complication of percutaneous needle biopsy of the lung. We report a case of cerebral air embolism which occurred during computed tomography (CT)-guided needle biopsy. Air entering the aorta is depicted on CT-fluoroscopy images of the procedure. ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Hirasawa S,Hirasawa H,Taketomi-Takahashi A,Morita H,Tsushima Y,Amanuma M,Endo K

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to determine radiological or physical factors to predict the risk of residual mass or local recurrence of primary and secondary hepatic tumors treated by radiofrequency ablation (RFA). Eighty-two patients, with 146 lesions (80 hepatocellular carcinomas, 66 metastases), were treated by RFA...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Paulet E,Aubé C,Pessaux P,Lebigot J,Lhermitte E,Oberti F,Ponthieux A,Calès P,Ridereau-Zins C,Pereira PL

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Suppurative pylephlebitis is a rare condition with a significant mortality rate, ranging from 50% to 80%. We report a case of suppurative pylephlebitis complicating acute pancreatitis treated by percutaneous drainage in a 40-year-old woman. The patient had an uneventful recovery. ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Nouira K,Bedioui H,Azaiez O,Belhiba H,Messaoud MB,Ksantini R,Jouini M,Menif E

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatocellular adenomas (HCAs) are benign liver lesions which may be complicated by spontaneous intratumoral bleeding, with or without rupture into the abdominal cavity, or malignant degeneration. Recent advances in radiological interventional techniques now offer selective transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) as...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Erdogan D,van Delden OM,Busch OR,Gouma DJ,van Gulik TM

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To retrospectively clarify the utility of metallic stent placement for the treatment of the malignant obstruction of the superior vena cava (SVC) in 71 patients with VC syndrome (SVCS) on the basis of long-term follow-up data. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Seventy-one patients underwent stent placement and were follow...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Nagata T,Makutani S,Uchida H,Kichikawa K,Maeda M,Yoshioka T,Anai H,Sakaguchi H,Yoshimura H

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a newly developed perfused monopolar radiofrequency (RF) probe with an umbrella-shaped array. A perfused umbrella-shaped monopolar RF probe based on a LeVeen electrode (Boston Scientific Corp., Natick, MA, USA) with a 3-cm array diameter was developed. Fiv...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Bruners P,Pfeffer J,Kazim RM,Günther RW,Schmitz-Rode T,Mahnken AH

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This report describes the case of a ruptured mycotic aneurysm of the left common iliac artery, successfully treated with endovascular stent-grafting. A 64-year-old woman underwent diagnostic coronary angiography complicated by an infected hematoma of the left groin. Seven days later, she developed methicillin-resistan...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Mofidi R,Bhat R,Nagy J,Griffiths GD,Chakraverty S,East of Scotland Vascular Network.

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:In this article we present our experience with radiofrequency ablation (RFA) in the treatment of 105 renal tumors. MATERIALS AND METHODS:RFA was performed on 105 renal tumors in 97 patients, with a mean tumor size of 32 mm (11-68 mm). The mean patient age was 71.7 years (range, 36-89 years). The ablations were ca...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Breen DJ,Rutherford EE,Stedman B,Roy-Choudhury SH,Cast JE,Hayes MC,Smart CJ

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to analyze three ureteral stenting techniques in patients with malignant ureteral obstructions, considering the indications, techniques, procedural costs, and complications. In the period between June 2003 and June 2006, 45 patients with bilateral malignant ureteral obstructions were ev...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Carrafiello G,Laganà D,Lumia D,Giorgianni A,Mangini M,Santoro D,Cuffari S,Marconi A,Novario R,Fugazzola C

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the fibroid morphology in a cohort of women achieving pregnancy following treatment with uterine artery embolization (UAE) for symptomatic uterine fibroids. A retrospective review of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the uterus was performed to assess pre-embolization fibroi...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Walker WJ,Bratby MJ

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Femoral arterial puncture is the main access for diagnostic and therapeutic intervention in vascular disease. Significant complications are unusual and include uncontrolled bleeding which usually requires surgery. We report the use of ultrasound-guided thrombin injection that prevented any immediate need for surgery i...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Richards T,Mussai FJ,Phillips-Hughes J,Uberoi R,Boardman P

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate the efficacy of oral administration of cilostazol to inhibit pseudointimal/intimal hyperplasia in swine TIPS models. METHODS:Successful TIPS creation was carried out in 11 of 12 healthy young pigs (20-25 kg). In the treatment group (n = 6), both cilostazol and aspirin were administered daily, fr...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Park SW,Cha IH,Kim CH,Jeon HJ,Park JH,Hong SJ,Lee IS

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a 38-year-old patient who presented with pulmonary hypertension and right ventricular dysfunction due to pulmonary artery stenoses as a manifestation of Williams syndrome, mimicking chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension. The patient was treated with balloon angioplasty and stent implantation. Short-t...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Reesink HJ,Henneman OD,van Delden OM,Biervliet JD,Kloek JJ,Reekers JA,Bresser P

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We performed percutaneously radiofrequency (RF) ablation of 5 renal cell carcinomas (mean diameter 26 +/- 15 mm) with computed-tomography (CT) fluoroscopic guidance using the transhepatic route. The RF electrode was successfully advanced into all tumors. RF ablation caused one minor complication (small asymptomatic pe...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Iguchi T,Hiraki T,Gobara H,Mukai T,Hase S,Fujiwara H,Tajiri N,Sakurai J,Mimura H,Saika T,Kumon H,Kanazawa S

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Lower limb angioplasty is commonly performed via antegrade common femoral artery (CFA) puncture, followed by selective superficial femoral artery (SFA) catheterization. Arterial access can be complicated by a "hostile groin" (scarring, obesity, or previous failed CFA puncture). We prospectively investigated col...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Marcus AJ,Lotzof K,Howard A

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to assess if percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) could relieve back pain, reduce drug consumption, and improve the mobility of patients with metastases and vertebral compression fractures. From August 2002 to July 2004, 283 patients (216 females; mean age: 73.8 +/- 9.9 years) underwent PVP on 7...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Anselmetti GC,Corrao G,Monica PD,Tartaglia V,Manca A,Eminefendic H,Russo F,Tosetti I,Regge D

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the mid-term feasibility, efficacy, and durability of descending thoracic aortic aneurysm (DTAA) exclusion using the EndoFit device (LeMaitre Vascular). METHODS:Twenty-three (23) men (mean age 66 years) with a DTAA were admitted to our department for endovascular repair (21 were ASA III+ and 2 re...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Saratzis N,Saratzis A,Melas N,Ginis G,Lioupis A,Lykopoulos D,Lazaridis J,Kiskinis D

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the safety and efficacy of conversion of non-tunneled (temporary) catheters to tunneled catheters in hemodialysis patients. METHODS:A retrospective review of 112 consecutive conversions in 111 patients was performed over a period of 4 years. Fourteen patients were lost to follow-up. The remaining ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Van Ha TG,Fimmen D,Han L,Funaki BS,Santeler S,Lorenz J

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Using a pig model: (1) to evaluate the vascular distribution pattern, including the homogeneity and completeness of the intra-arterial microsphere distribution, of 40-120-microm trisacryl-gelatin microspheres (Embospheres) in acute whole-kidney embolization; (2) to evaluate the durability and biocompatibility o...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Stampfl S,Stampfl U,Rehnitz C,Schnabel P,Satzl S,Christoph P,Henn C,Thomas F,Kauffmann GW,Richter GM

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To develop a new coaxial balloon catheter system and evaluate its clinical feasibility for balloon-occluded retrograde transvenous obliteration (B-RTO). METHODS:A coaxial balloon catheter system was constructed with 9 Fr guiding balloon catheter and 5 Fr balloon catheter. A 5 Fr catheter has a high flexibility...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Tanoue S,Kiyosue H,Matsumoto S,Hori Y,Okahara M,Kashiwagi J,Mori H

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 60-year-old woman with massive hemorrhage from duodenal varices was transferred to our hospital for the purpose of transcatheter intervention. Although digital subtraction arterial portography could not depict the entire pathway of collateral circulation, the efferent route of the duodenal varices was clearly demons...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Tsurusaki M,Sugimoto K,Matsumoto S,Izaki K,Fukuda T,Akasaka Y,Fujii M,Hirota S,Sugimura K

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:HydroCoil (MicroVention, Aliso Viejo, CA, USA) is a self-expanding detachable coil developed to improve the endovascular occlusion of intracranial aneurysms. The hydrogel polymer covering the microcoil expands to several times its original diameter to enhance thrombosis of the intended vessel. We made use of this new ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Bui JT,West DL,Pai R,Owens CA

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We have developed an angiographic guidewire with measuring markers to determine accurately how far a guidewire is inserted within a catheter. We investigated whether use of this guidewire reduces the risk of vascular injury and the fluoroscopic time during guidewire manipulations. METHODS:Four markers were put...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Kamei S,Ishiguchi T,Murata K,Matsuda J,Ohno R,Kimura J,Nakamura A,Ohno K,Kawamura T,Ikeda M

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the efficacy of catheter-directed thrombolysis (CDT) alone versus CDT with rheolytic percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy (PMT) for upper and lower extremity deep vein thrombosis (DVT). METHODS:A retrospective cohort of consecutive patients with acute iliofemoral or brachiosubclavian DVT treated wit...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Kim HS,Patra A,Paxton BE,Khan J,Streiff MB

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Budd-Chiari syndrome (BCS) is an uncommon disorder that can be life-threatening, depending on the degree of hepatic venous outflow obstruction. Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) provides decompression of the congested liver but the hepatic vein obstruction makes the procedure more difficult. We desc...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Boyvat F,Aytekin C,Harman A,Ozin Y

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the role of transcatheter arterial chemoembolization (TACE) and percutaneous ethanol injection (PEI) in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunts (TIPS). METHODS:Between January 1999 and September 2004, 6 patients with HCC and TIPS were treated wi...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Tesdal IK,Wikström M,Flechtenmacher C,Filser T,Dueber C

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the diagnostic accuracy of contrast-enhanced (CE) three-dimensional (3D) moving-table magnetic resonance (MR) angiography with that of selective digital subtraction angiography (DSA) for routine clinical investigation in patients with peripheral arterial occlusive disease. METHODS:Thirty-eight patie...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Deutschmann HA,Schoellnast H,Portugaller HR,Preidler KW,Reittner P,Tillich M,Pilger E,Szolar DH

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine the safety and efficacy of transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) creation in patients with liver cirrhosis complicated by thrombosed portal vein. METHODS:This study reviewed 15 cases of TIPS creation in 15 cirrhotic patients with portal vein thrombosis at our institution over an 8-y...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Van Ha TG,Hodge J,Funaki B,Lorenz J,Rosenblum J,Straus C,Leef J

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this article is to report our experience in the diagnosis of two cases of iliac artery endofibrosis or arteriopathy, a rare entity occurring in high-performance athletes, presenting with intermittent claudication (right-sided in both) after maximal exercise. External iliac artery endofibrosis or arteriopath...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Giannoukas AD,Berczi V,Anoop U,Cleveland TJ,Beard JD,Gaines PA

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 51-year-old man with an 8-year history of hypertension (170/115 mmHg with two drugs) and altered renal function (5.6 mg/dl serum creatinine, 101 mg/dl BUN) was referred to our Department to evaluate the renal arteries and rule out renovascular hypertension. Doppler ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography revea...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Gandini R,Spinelli A,Pampana E,Fabiano S,Pendenza G,Simonetti G

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of the study was to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of direct porto-caval shunts in patients with Budd-Chiari syndrome (BCS) in whom there is no access to the hepatic veins during transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPSS). We included six consecutive patients with fulminant/acute Bud...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Quateen A,Pech M,Berg T,Bergk A,Podrabsky P,Felix R,Ricke J

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of feeding tube insertion and enteral feeding for the treatment of postoperative gastrointestinal anastomotic obstruction and leakage. MATERIALS AND METHODS:From June 1999 to June 2002, thirty-four cases of postoperative gastrointestinal anastomotic obstruction and...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Han YM,Kim CY,Yang DH,Kwak HS,Jin GY

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of the study was to evaluate the feasibility, safety, and therapeutic effects of the combination of renal arterial embolization and radiofrequency (RF) ablation to reinforce the anticancer effect on renal cell carcinomas (RCCs) measuring 3.5 cm or larger. This study was undertaken to evaluate this combined...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Yamakado K,Nakatsuka A,Kobayashi S,Akeboshi M,Takaki H,Kariya Z,Kinbara H,Arima K,Yanagawa M,Hori Y,Kato H,Sugimura Y,Takeda K

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of CT-guided needle biopsy of brain lesions without a stereotactic device, and to determine the best possible indications for this technique. METHODS:From February 2001 to February 2004, 20 patients (12 men, 8 women; age 61-82 years) underwent CT-guided brain lesion biopsy. ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Thanos L,Mylona S,Galani P,Kalioras V,Pomoni M,Batakis N

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To assess the feasibility and effectiveness of emergency endovascular treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs). METHODS:During 36 months we treated, on an emergency basis, 30 AAAs with endovascular exclusion. In 21 hemodynamically stable patients preoperative CT angiography (CTA) was performed to confirm...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Laganà D,Carrafiello G,Mangini M,Fontana F,Caronno R,Castelli P,Cuffari S,Fugazzola C

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article provides an overview of the evolution of revascularization devices since Grüntzig's initial introduction of balloon angioplasty in 1977. In-stent restenosis (ISR) is the major shortcoming of conventional (permanent-implant) stent therapy; even with the innovation and promising benefits of drug-eluting ste...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Erne P,Schier M,Resink TJ

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Retrievable inferior vena cava filters are being increasingly used for the prevention of life-threatening pulmonary emboli in patients who have temporary contraindications to anticoagulation therapy. We report two cases of failure to remove these devices. ...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Kumar BC,Chakraverty S,Zealley I

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of an intrahepatic arterioportal fistula in a 61-year-old female liver transplant recipient. The patient presented with massive ascites 7 months after a percutaneous liver biopsy. A large fistula between the right hepatic artery and the right portal vein was diagnosed on color Doppler ultrasound and c...

journal_title：Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

authors： Botelberge T,Van Vlierberghe H,Voet D,Defreyne L

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00