Predictors of Aspiration Pneumonia in the Elderly With Swallowing Dysfunction: Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study [PDF]
Objective To identify the variables of videofluoroscopic swallowing study (VFSS) that are useful for predicting the risk of aspiration pneumonia in elderly patients with dysphagia. Methods A total of 251 patients (aged 65 years or more) were included and
Joo Young Ko +5 more
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Background A new zero-fluoroscopy technique for electrophysiology catheter navigation relying on intracardiac echocardiography (ICE) has been recently reported (Ice&ICE trial).
Blerim Luani +5 more
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Comparison of low-dose CT with CT/CT fluoroscopy guidance in percutaneous sacral and supra-acetabular cementoplasty [PDF]
PURPOSEPercutaneous cementoplasty is a minimally invasive treatment modality for painful osteoporotic and pathologic sacral and supra-acetabular iliac fractures.
Veer Shah, Jack Jennings, Travis Hillen
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Impact of Replacing Old C-Arms on Reducing Radiation Exposure
Fluoroscopy is increasingly used by gastroenterologists for endoscopic procedures such as endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. Unfortunately, fluoroscopy exposes patients and staff to ionizing radiation, which can cause DNA damage, cell death,
Gordon T. Robbins +2 more
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Ablation of Atrial Flutter with Zero Fluoroscopy Approach
Catheter ablation of cardiac arrhythmias has conventionally been performed with the aid of fluoroscopy to direct catheter placement. Unfortunately, the use of fluoroscopy comes with radiation risks to the patient as well as to the electrophysiology lab ...
Russo V. +6 more
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The Utility and Feasibility of Smart Glasses in Spine Surgery: Minimizing Radiation Exposure During Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Insertion [PDF]
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Yoshiaki Hiranaka +12 more
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Background Gastrointestinal route is considered for feeding in subjects who are unable to swallow, either as a temporary or permanent option. Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is the preferred mode for long-term enteral nutrition.
Avinash Bhat Balekuduru +5 more
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Intraoperative Evaluation of Acetabular Morphology in Hip Arthroscopy Comparing Standard Radiography Versus Fluoroscopy: A Cadaver Study. [PDF]
PURPOSE To compare quantitative measurements of acetabular morphology obtained using intraoperative fluoroscopy, to standardized anteroposterior (AP) pelvis radiographs.
Tannast, M +9 more
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Perflubron Distribution During Transition From Gas to Total Liquid Ventilation
Total liquid ventilation (TLV) using perfluorocarbons has shown promising results for the management of neonatal respiratory distress. However, one important safety consideration for TLV is a better understanding of the early events during the transition
Michaël Sage +10 more
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Incidental Diagnosis of Pediatric Arytenoid Cartilage Dislocation During Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study: A Case Report [PDF]
Arytenoid cartilage dislocation is one of the most common mechanical causes of vocal fold immobility. The most common etiologies are intubation and external trauma, but its incidence is lower than 0.1%. Its symptoms include dysphonia, vocal fatigue, loss
Yonghyun Lee +5 more
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