Ep. 111 Underutilization of Foam Sclerotherapy with Dr. Chris Pittman

Ep. 111 Underutilization of Foam Sclerotherapy with Dr. Chris Pittman

We talk with Dr. Chris Pittman, founder of Vein911 and LinkedIn Foam Sclerotherapy Experts, about Foam Sclerotherapy for the treatment of superficial venous disease, including technique, patient workup, and some of the reasons why foam is underutilized. --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs: https://earnc.me/sKSDrX --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, Dr. Chris Pittman joins Dr. Aaron Fritts to discuss the underutilization of foam sclerotherapy. Dr. Pittman tells us about how he started his vein treatment centers and about his upcoming reality TV show. We introduce the basics of foam sclerotherapy for varicose veins and how the procedure has been developed. Dr. Pittman shares some reasons why he thinks foam sclerotherapy is not as popular in the United States. We review when to use the three types of sclerosants, hypertonic saline, sotradecol, and polidocanol as well as the difference between compounded and non-compounded sclerosants. Dr. Pittman tells us the best way to get foam sclerotherapy training. We discuss the four components for evaluating a patient who may have venous disease, and we explain how to do a hose trial and make the proper notes for insurance claims. We discuss the treatment process from when the patient arrives and some of the details of thermal ablation. We discuss the importance of an effective treatment and why there should be at least two rounds of foam treatment. We explain some of the key points to discuss with patients to manage expectations prior to treatment. We discuss the fundamentals of foam sclerotherapy, what post-procedure follow-up looks like, and how long after to wear stockings after the treatment. We explain how the shift from fee-for-service to fee-for-value has changed some of the ways treatments are done. --- RESOURCES Contact Dr. Pittman: cpittman@vein911.com

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Ep. 23 Adrenal Vein Sampling with Dr. Mike Devane

Ep. 23 Adrenal Vein Sampling with Dr. Mike Devane

The procedure that everyone gets excited about! In this week's BackTable podcast Mike Devane talks us through adrenal vein sampling technique, including equipment/imaging tips and tricks, as well as pitfalls to avoid. Whether looking to build an AVS service, or just preparing for that once in a blue moon case, you're certain to take away a few pearls!

20 Helmi 201822min

Ep. 22 Central and Upper Extremity Venous Interventions with Dr. Mark Lessne and Dr. Sabeen Dhand

Ep. 22 Central and Upper Extremity Venous Interventions with Dr. Mark Lessne and Dr. Sabeen Dhand

Central and Upper Extremity Venous Interventions with Dr. Mark Lessne of Charlotte Radiology and Dr. Sabeen Dhand of PIH Health. In this episode our docs discuss central recanalizations, ballooning versus stents, declot techniques, and get into a ton of tips and tricks!

6 Helmi 201858min

Ep. 21 Vertebral Augmentation with Dr. Venu Vadlamudi and Dr. Kumar Madassery

Ep. 21 Vertebral Augmentation with Dr. Venu Vadlamudi and Dr. Kumar Madassery

Vertebral augmentation can be accomplished through various techniques - Dr. Venu Vadlamudi and Dr. Kumar Madassery shed light on the utility of kyphoplasty versus vertebroplasty when treating compression fractures of the spine.

28 Tammi 201837min

Ep. 20 Pressure-Directed Therapy in TACE with Dr. Justin Lee and Dr. Terence Gade

Ep. 20 Pressure-Directed Therapy in TACE with Dr. Justin Lee and Dr. Terence Gade

Our 20th BackTable podcast episode featuring special guests Dr. Justin Lee of Florida Interventional Specialists, and Dr. Terence Gade of Hospital of University of Pennsylvania. They discuss experiences and utility of pressure-directed, antireflux infusion for TACE treatments.

20 Tammi 201844min

Ep. 19 Lymphatic Interventions with Dr. Chick and Dr. Srinivasa

Ep. 19 Lymphatic Interventions with Dr. Chick and Dr. Srinivasa

Our holiday episode featuring Dr. Jeffrey Chick and Dr. Ravi Srinivasa of University of Michigan. They sit fireside with our host J. Michael Barraza Jr. to discuss lymphatic interventions in IR.

27 Joulu 201748min

Ep. 18 Complex LE Venous Interventions with Dr. Jeffrey Chick and Dr. Ravi Srinivasa

Ep. 18 Complex LE Venous Interventions with Dr. Jeffrey Chick and Dr. Ravi Srinivasa

Dr. Jeffrey Chick and Dr. Ravi Srinivasa discussing complex lower extremity venous interventions at University of Michigan VIR.

18 Joulu 201756min

Ep. 17 Prostate Artery Embolization with Dr. Ari Isaacson and Dr. Sandeep Bagla

Ep. 17 Prostate Artery Embolization with Dr. Ari Isaacson and Dr. Sandeep Bagla

Special guests Dr. Ari Isaacson and Dr. Sandeep Bagla sharing their experiences with prostate artery embolization, including a candid discussion on practice building, equipment, and a brief intro on what to expect at the upcoming STREAM PAE course Jan 13 in Washington DC.

20 Marras 201747min

Ep. 16 Pressure-Directed Therapy in Y90 with Dr. Nutting and Dr. Parikh

Ep. 16 Pressure-Directed Therapy in Y90 with Dr. Nutting and Dr. Parikh

In our first podcast on pressure directed therapy, Dr. Charles Nutting and Dr. Nainesh Parikh discuss some of the first principles of Y90 radioembolization delivery, and the potential advantages of pressure directed devices over end-hole catheters in the treatment of HCC.

5 Marras 201731min

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