Efficacy and safety of combined liver embolization and ablation in a single treatment session compared with combined liver embolization and ablation performed in separate treatment sessions

2017 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. S18-S19
Author(s):  
L Dufour ◽  
R Yamada ◽  
J Camacho ◽  
C Hannegan ◽  
M Guimaraes
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Session ◽  
Efficacy And Safety ◽  
Single Treatment ◽  
Separate Treatment ◽  
Liver Embolization ◽  
Single Treatment Session

Gamma knife surgery for refractory postherpetic trigeminal neuralgia: targeting in one session both the retrogasserian trigeminal nerve and the centromedian nucleus of the thalamus

2005 ◽  
Vol 102 (Special_Supplement) ◽  
pp. 276-282 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcus F. Keep ◽  
Paul A. DeMare ◽  
Lynn S. Ashby
Keyword(s):  
Pain Relief ◽  
Trigeminal Neuralgia ◽  
Trigeminal Nerve ◽  
Treatment Session ◽  
Single Treatment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Centromedian Nucleus ◽  
Single Treatment Session ◽  
Fine Print

Object. The authors tested the hypothesis that two targets are needed to treat postherpetic trigeminal neuralgia (TN): one in the trigeminal nerve for the direct sharp pain and one in the thalamus for the diffuse burning pain. Methods. Three patients with refractory postherpetic TN were treated with gamma knife surgery (GKS) through a novel two-target approach. In a single treatment session, both the trigeminal nerve and centromedian nucleus were targeted. First, the trigeminal nerve, ipsilateral to the facial pain, was treated with 60 to 80 Gy. Second, the centromedian nucleus was localized using standard coordinates and by comparing magnetic resonance images with a stereotactic atlas. A single dose of 120 to 140 Gy was delivered to the target point with a single 4-mm isocenter. Patients were followed clinically and with neuroimaging studies. Pain relief was scored as excellent (75–100%), good (50–75%), poor (25–50%), or none (0–25%). Follow up ranged from 6 to 53 months. There were no GKS-related complications. Two patients died of unrelated medical illnesses but had good or excellent pain relief until death. One patient continues to survive with 44 months follow up and no decrease in pain intensity, but with a decreased area of pain. Conclusions. Combined GKS of the centromedian nucleus and trigeminal nerve in a single treatment session is feasible and safe, and the effect was promising. A larger study is required to confirm and expand these results.

scholarly journals The Digital Abutment Check: An Improvement of the Fully Digital Workflow

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Sebastian Hinz ◽  
Daniel Ellmann ◽  
Christian Wegner ◽  
Wolfgang Bömicke ◽  
Tobias Bensel
Keyword(s):  
Minimally Invasive ◽  
Treatment Session ◽  
Second Phase ◽  
Single Treatment ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Digital Workflow ◽  
Implant Surgery ◽  
Effective Use ◽  
Single Treatment Session ◽  
Existing Data

By using modern digitalization techniques, an existing denture can be digitized and aid the provision of a new implant-supported denture according to a fully digital workflow. This includes fully navigated implant surgery and results in an immediately provided prosthetic restoration. However, even with the current digital workflow, it is challenging to achieve a definitive prosthetic restoration in a single treatment session. In order to achieve a definitive denture in as few treatment sessions as possible, we have implemented the digital abutment test. This test modified the existing data set and determined the final restoration. In the present case, the preexisting maxillary removable complete denture was converted into a fixed immediate restoration using the fully digital workflow. The workflow is divided into two treatment phases, each with three treatment sessions, where part of the second phase involves an innovative digital abutment check. The illustrated case shows an effective use of current digital possibilities. Special attention was also paid to a minimally invasive course of therapy.

Effect of pulsed magnetic field therapy on the level of fatigue in patients with multiple sclerosis - a randomized controlled trial

2005 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 302-305 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefan Mostert ◽  
Jürg Kesselring
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Field ◽  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Rehabilitation Program ◽  
Treatment Session ◽  
Pulsed Magnetic Field ◽  
Neurological Rehabilitation ◽  
Single Treatment ◽  
Magnetic Field Therapy ◽  
Field Therapy ◽  
Single Treatment Session

Twenty-five multiple sclerosis patients, taking part in a rehabilitation program, were randomly assigned to treatment with pulsed magnetic field therapy (PMFT) or to sham therapy in order to study the additional effect of PMFTas part of a multimodal neurological rehabilitation program on fatigue. Patients demographic and disease specific characteristics were recorded. Level of fatigue was measured by fatigue sverity scale (FSS) at entrance and discharge and with a visual analog scale (VAS) immediate before and after a single treatment session. The ‘Magnetic Cell Regeneration’ system by Santerra was used for PMFT. A single treatment lasted 16 minutes twice daily over 3-4 weeks and consisted of relaxed lying on a PMF mattress. Sham intervention was conducted in an identical manner with the PMF-device off. Patients and statistics were blinded. Level of fatigue measured by FSS was high at entrance in both treatment group (TG) and control group (CG) (5.6 versus 5.5). Over time of rehabilitation fatigue was reduced by 18% in TG and 7% in CG which was statistically not significant. There was a statistically significant immediate effect of the single treatment session witch 18% reduction of fatigue measured by VAS in TG versus 11% in CG. Because of a high ‘placebo effect’ of simple bed rest, a only small and short lasting additional effect of PMFT and high costs of a PMF-device, we cannot recommend PMFTas an additional feature of a multimodal neurological rehabilitation program in order to reduce fatigue level of MS-patients.

scholarly journals Single visit endodontic retreatment – controversies

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 56-61
Author(s):  
Paula PERLEA ◽  
◽  
Cristina NISTOR ◽  
Alexandru Andrei ILIESCU ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Root Canal ◽  
Clinical Case ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Treatment Session ◽  
Clinical Approach ◽  
Single Treatment ◽  
Root Canal Filling ◽  
Single Visit ◽  
Endodontic Retreatment ◽  
Single Treatment Session

Healing of apical periodontitis, even of considerable dimensions, may be obtained by root canal treatment in a single treatment session (single visit), without the need for application of a medical dressing such as calcium hydroxide before the root canal filling. Treatment by single visit is based on the inactivation of the remaining bacteria, by isolating them against the nutrients and the elimination of the space required for multiplication using a three-dimensional tight filling. The clinical case presented shows the predictability of properly performed endodontic retreatment in a single visit, highlighting the controversies related to this clinical approach.

scholarly journals Acupuncture-Analgesia Following a Single Treatment Session in Chronic Whiplash is Unrelated to Autonomic Nervous System Changes: A Randomized Cross-over Trial

2015 ◽  
Vol 6;18 (6;11) ◽  
pp. 527-536
Author(s):  
Jo Nijs
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Nervous System ◽  
Autonomic Nervous System ◽  
Pain Sensitivity ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Treatment Session ◽  
Single Treatment ◽  
Autonomic Nervous ◽  
Chronic Whiplash ◽  
Single Treatment Session

Background: An acupuncture treatment can reduce pain sensitivity in patients with chronic whiplash associated disorders (WAD). But it has been hypothesized that many of the experimental results in acupuncture research could be interpreted as stress-induced analgesia. Objective: The present study aimed at examining whether acupuncture has an effect on the autonomic nervous system response in patients with chronic WAD and if this response is related to the pain inhibition after an acupuncture session. Study Design: Randomized crossover trial with blinded assessor. Setting: Two private practices. Methods: Thirty-nine patients with chronic WAD received 2 treatment sessions of identical duration, with acupuncture and relaxation therapy randomly crossed over in the 2 visits. The primary outcome measurement was the registration of autonomic nervous system parameters (heart rate, skin conductance, and heart rate variability parameters) during the administration of experimental pain. Endogenous analgesia was the secondary outcome. Results: Following one acupuncture treatment session, there was a significant change for 2 parameters: the heart rate was slightly reduced and the skin conductance was raised. Comparing the effects of acupuncture and relaxation, no differences were found with respect to the change in any of the autonomic parameters. Further, the reduction in pain sensitivity in response to acupuncture treatment was unrelated to any of the changes in autonomic measurements. Limitations: The results were observed after only one session of acupuncture. Conclusion: In patients with chronic WAD, in response to a single treatment session, no acupuncture specific effects on the autonomic response to pain assessment were present and the analgesia after one session of acupuncture is not caused by stress-induced analgesia but is more likely the result of an acupuncture specific reaction. Key Words: Acupuncture, chronic whiplash, autonomic nervous system, pain analgesia, heart rate variability, acupuncture analgesia

scholarly journals Yellow Pattern 577-nm Micropulse Laser: Treatment of Macular Edema from Radiation Retinopathy – A Case Report

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 81-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
James G. Wong ◽  
Trang T.H. Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Visual Acuity ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Macular Edema ◽  
Treatment Session ◽  
Single Treatment ◽  
Radiation Retinopathy ◽  
Micropulse Laser ◽  
Minimal Scarring ◽  
Asian Male ◽  
Single Treatment Session

We report a case of a 60-year-old Asian male who developed radiation retinopathy 23 years after initial radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma and was successfully treated with yellow pattern 577-nm micropulse laser. Secondary macular edema and visual acuity improved following a single treatment session with minimal scarring. Yellow pattern micropulse laser is a safe and effective treatment for macular edema secondary to radiation retinopathy.

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