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MSN continues to lead the way in
Washington to get HCFA to recognize that interventional
procedures can be done safely and effectively in an outpatient
center such as ours. Key to the success is developing a new
center designation that reflects the procedures we offer and is
more encompassing than the current designation of independent
diagnostic testing facility (IDTF). We will keep you updated. |
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Bone Density
There has been some controversy regarding screening methodologies
for bone density. At MSN, we utilize the low dose spiral CT machine.
The more common method is with DEXA, but CT offers several distinct
advantages. For a non-biased viewpoint click on the attachment to
review some of the recent articles.
Uterine
Fibroid Embolization
This alternative treatment methodology has been controversial since
it's introduction. This procedure from a technical standpoint is
straightforward, safe and relatively quick. The debates relate more
to clinical efficacy and patient selection. To review recent
correspondence between the SCVIR (Society of Vascular Interventional
Radiology) and the ACOG (The American College of OB/GYN),
click here.
On an outpatient basis, we have found the most challenging problem
to be post procedural pain control,
click here for more information. 23-hour stay at our center will
be available in the near future. MSNImaging believes that
communication between the patient's gynecologist and interventional
radiologist is necessary prior to initiation of percutaneous
therapy. For a consultation with Dr. Blackburn, please call
216/688-8000. Patient literature regarding the procedure is
available upon request.
MRA
We are pleased to announce that the newest generation of MRA
(magnetic resonance angiography) software has been installed. This
will allow MSNImaging to do MRA with contrast enhancement, as well
as image and reconstruct in multiple planes. Cerebral, carotid and
renal imaging are significantly improved and femoral MRA is now
available.
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