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Thermal ablation effective long term in patients with thyroid cancer

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Surgically removing the affected thyroid is the recommended first-line option for patients with early-stage, small tumors (classified as “T1N0M0”), yet is invasive and associated with complications, according to the authors. The 10-year disease-free survival was 93.9%. The mean age of patients was 45.8

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PET/CT improves diagnostic biopsy rates in lung cancer patients

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CT-guided percutaneous needle biopsy is a minimally invasive procedure used to analyze tissue and is key in diagnosing suspicious pulmonary nodules, the authors explained. Patient with extensive lung and pleural disease. (2a) They then compared the accuracy of biopsies among the groups.

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GAE could be cost-effective for knee osteoarthritis

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Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of chronic pain and long-term disability in adults, with more than 80% of cases involving the knee, and the estimated healthcare costs associated with the disease in the U.S. exceed $80 billion, the authors explained.

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Cryoablation effective in women with breast cancer

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A minimally invasive procedure called cryoablation that uses ice to freeze and destroy tumors has proven effective for women with large breast cancer tumors, according to a study presented March 27 at the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) meeting in Salt Lake City.

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CT-guided procedure shows promise for restoring smell after long COVID

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A CT-guided, minimally invasive procedure called a stellate ganglion block shows promise for restoring the sense of smell in patients with long COVID, according to research to be presented at the upcoming RSNA meeting.

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Philips Launches New Azurion Neuro Biplane System at #ECR2024 to Speed Up and Improve Minimally Invasive Diagnosis and Treatment of Neurovascular Patients

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Minimally invasive procedures are a key part of the diagnosis and treatment pathway for stroke , where every minute counts in conserving the patient’s quality-of-life. Interventional systems are also used to precisely plan and carry out complex neurovascular procedures such as the repair of brain aneurysms and birth defects.

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Northwest Radiology Network Launches Vascular and Interventional Physicians (VIP)

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Northwest Radiology Network is excited to announce the launch of Vascular and Interventional Physicians (VIP), a division of Northwest Radiology focused on minimally-invasive procedures and surgical alternatives. Located at 10603 N. by appointment.