Medlantis

In this course Doctors Sella, Romano and Braun discuss the evolving technologies in IR and the conditions that are being innovated.

Learning Objectives

• Identify indications and contraindications for fallopian tube recanalization
• Discuss techniques for the percutaneous recanalization of fallopian tubes 
• Review images of successful tubal canalization cases
• Identify the role of provocative mesenteric angiography in the evaluation of obscure gastrointestinal bleeding (OGIB), including the pre-procedure evaluation and post procedure management
• Describe the use of anticoagulants, vasodilators, and fibrinolytics during angiography to induce a hemorrhagic state to localize a target for embolization
• Briefly review the limited evidence available regarding provocative mesenteric angiography via brief case reviews
• Describe MR guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) therapy, indications, and basic techniques
• Outline advantages and disadvantages to using MRgFUS
• Discuss future directions of MRgFUS
• Identify clinical signs, symptoms, and workup of chronic tendonosis
• Identify the ultrasound appearance of chronic tendonosis and MSK ultrasound pitfalls
• Review how to perform ultrasound guided ultrasonic tenotomy / fasciotomy
• Discuss general approach to tenotomy / fasciotomy post procedural management