BackTable / VI / Podcast / Episode #497
Essential Guide to Varicocele Embolization
with Dr. John Matson
Varicoceles embolization is the least invasive treatment option for varicoceles, making it the favored option for most patients and a staple in the interventional radiologist’s procedural repertoire. Dr. John Matson joins host Dr. Ally Baheti to give us an essential guide to varicocele embolization, serving as an introduction for junior IRs and refresher for the more experienced. Dr. Matson is an Assistant Professor of Interventional Radiology at University of Virginia.
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2024, November 22). Ep. 497 – Essential Guide to Varicocele Embolization [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. John Matson
Dr. John Matson is an interventional radiologist at the University of Virginia.
Dr. Aparna Baheti
Dr. Aparna Baheti is a practicing Interventional Radiologist in Tacoma, Washington.
Synopsis
Dr. Mattson covers the indications, procedural setup, technique variations, and post-procedure follow-up for treating varicoceles, with specific attention to the different embolic materials used in clinical practice. He also delves into the importance of pre-procedure evaluations, imaging requirements, and managing potential complications.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:05 - Indications for Varicocele Embolization
06:05 - Procedure Setup and Execution
12:57 - Coil Sizing and Embolic Materials
17:36 - Managing Complications
20:25 - Post-Procedure Care and Follow-Up
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