MSK Articles

As GAE gains traction for knee pain relief, interventionalists face key questions on integrating and determining best practices. Drs. Ahmed and Padia explore these topics, from follow-up strategies to repeat procedures, and consider the broader future of this evolving treatment.

Genicular artery embolization (GAE) is a minimally invasive procedure that reduces inflammation and pain in the knee for osteoarthritis patients. As it continues to evolve, Drs. Padia and Ahmed address important questions that remain regarding patient selection and technical approaches.

Steerable medical devices can improve precision and safety in kyphoplasty, tumor ablation, and other minimally invasive spinal procedures. Learn more about the advantages of steerable technology, including the STAR Tumor Ablation System, with interventional radiologist Dr. David Prologo.

The 2025 vertebral augmentation CPT code is 22513. Learn more about this CPT code to ensure proper medical billing and coding.

The 2025 kyphoplasty CPT codes are 22513 for thoracic, 22514 for lumbar, and +22515 for each additional level. Learn more about these CPT codes to ensure proper medical billing and coding.

Medical imaging plays a large part in medical diagnosis. However, its use has exposed practitioners to ionizing radiation, which can cause direct DNA damage. Dr. Kieran Murphy explains the occupational risks and management of radiation exposure in interventional radiology.

Tarlov cysts are cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)-filled sacs that commonly occur at the junction of the posterior root and dorsal ganglion, appearing as dilations of the distal nerve roots at usually S2 to S4. Neuroradiologist Dr. Kieran Murphy explains causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Dr. Olivier Clerk-Lamalice explains his hybrid approach to diagnosing and treating multi-level degenerative disc disease, combining clinical exams, imaging, discography, and emerging tools like MRI spectroscopy to target the true source of back pain.