BackTable Vascular & Interventional Ep. 535 Genicular Artery Embolization: Current Controversies and Insights with Dr. Sid Padia and Dr. Osman Ahmed
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Apr 22, 2025 AI Snips
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Use Cone Beam CT for GAE
- Use cone beam CT intra-procedurally to identify target vessels for GAE; it improves anatomical visualization.
- Despite initial extra time, it can speed catheterization and increase procedure quality.
Embolize Multiple Abnormal Vessels
- Embolizing more than one abnormal genicular vessel may yield better patient outcomes.
- However, the ideal number and which vessels remain uncertain and need further study.
Optimize Embolic Particle Size
- Use embolic particles sized between 100 and 250 microns for safety and efficacy.
- Avoid particles smaller than 100 microns to reduce risk of nerve complications.