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Chilling Solutions: Cryoneurolysis in Clinical Practice
with Dr. Aron Chary, Dr. Michael Barraza
In this episode, Dr. Aron Chary provides an in-depth look into endovascular and minimally invasive treatments for pain management, specifically focusing on cryoneurolysis. He shares his experience of implementing the technology for both benign and malignant conditions in an independent private practice setting.
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Synopsis
The discussion covers various aspects, including collaboration with Boston Scientific for the VISUAL ICE cryoablation system, Dr. Chary’s personal journey from academics at Emory to private practice in Memphis, the effectiveness of cryoneurolysis in different areas such as genicular nerve and palliative care, and the operational dynamics between hospital and outpatient settings. The doctors delve into the procedural specifics, patient response, and outcomes with cryoneurolysis, including Dr. Chary’s efforts to navigate insurance and reimbursement challenges.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
07:04 - Evolution of Pain Intervention Techniques
11:08 - Building a Pain Intervention Service
16:16 - Versatility of Cryoablation in Pain Management
23:54 - Expectations and the Future of Pain Management Research
31:41 - Cryoneurolysis Insights and Patient Management
42:10 - Techniques in Celiac Cryoneurolysis
52:33 - Pain Management in the Outpatient Setting
Resources
Percutaneous CT-Guided Cryoablation of the Celiac Plexus: A Retrospective Cohort Comparison with Ethanol:
https://www.jvir.org/article/S1051-0443(20)30349-3/abstract
BT VI Episode 199 - Advanced Minimally Invasive Pain Interventions with Dr. David Prologo:
https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/199/advanced-minimally-invasive-pain-interventions
BT VI Episode 433 - Kyphoplasty Evolution: Steering Toward Targeted Therapy with Dr. David Prologo:
https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/433/kyphoplasty-evolution-steering-toward-targeted-therapy
Boston Scientific, VISUAL ICE:
https://www.bostonscientific.com/en-US/products/cryoablation/visual-ice.html
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