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BackTable / VI / Podcast / Episode #464

Minimizing Complications for Challenging Lung Biopsies

with Dr. Venkatesh Krishnasamy

Dr. Venkatesh Krishnasamy shares techniques and specific cases for challenging lung biopsies, his insights on mentorship, importance of multidisciplinary tumor boards, and the evolution of lung biopsy practices. Dr. Krishnasamy is an interventional radiologist and Director of Interventional Oncology at the University of Alabama Birmingham.

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Ep 464 Minimizing Complications for Challenging Lung Biopsies with Dr. Venkatesh Krishnasamy
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2024, July 16). Ep. 464 – Minimizing Complications for Challenging Lung Biopsies [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com

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Podcast Contributors

Dr. Aaron Fritts on the BackTable VI Podcast

Dr. Aaron Fritts is an interventional radiologist and a Co-Founder of BackTable.

Dr. Venkatesh Krishnasamy on the BackTable VI Podcast

Dr. Venkatesh Krishnasamy is an interventional radiologist at University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Synopsis

The doctors cover practical advice on handling complications like pneumothorax and hemoptysis, and share strategies for optimizing workflows to improve patient outcomes. Dr. Krishnasamy encourages listeners to leverage mentor experience and partake in continued learning to advance their practice.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
05:16 - Lung Biopsy Referrals and Multidisciplinary Approach
12:03 - Complex Lung Biopsies
25:43 - Needle Position Verification
27:29 - Importance of Cytopathologist Presence
28:51 - Blood Patching vs. Plug Technique
33:54 - Post-Procedure Protocols
36:15 - Advanced Techniques and Mentorship
44:26 - Handling Hemoptysis During Biopsies
47:50 - Encouragement for Trainees

Resources

Society of Interventional Oncology:
https://www.sio-central.org/

BackTable VI Podcast Episode #278 - Minimizing Complications for Lung Biopsies with Dr. Robert Suh:
https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/278/minimizing-complications-for-lung-biopsies

BackTable VI Podcast Episode #156 - Percutaneous Lung Biopsies: The Basics with Dr. Fred Lee (Part 1 of 2):
https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/156/percutaneous-lung-biopsies-the-basics

BackTable VI Podcast Episode #157 - Percutaneous Lung Biopsies: Pleural & Parenchymal Blood Patching with Dr. Fred Lee (Part 2 of 2):
https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/157/percutaneous-lung-biopsies-pleural-parenchymal-blood-patching

The Materials available on BackTable are for informational and educational purposes only and are not a substitute for the professional judgment of a healthcare professional in diagnosing and treating patients. The opinions expressed by participants of the BackTable Podcast belong solely to the participants, and do not necessarily reflect the views of BackTable.

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