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Semin intervent Radiol 1999; 16(3): 201-207
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1057020
Copyright © 1999 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

CT Fluoroscopy-Guided Interventions in the Abdomen and Pelvis

Kemal Tuncali* , Stuart G. Silverman* , Douglass F. Adams* , Richard Nawfel* , Kelly H. Zou* † , Philip F. Judy*
  • *Department of Radiology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts;
  • †Department of Health Care Policy, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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21 May 2008 (online)

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Abstract

CT fluoroscopy (CTF) is a useful tool for guiding abdominal pelvic interventions. It decreases the time to place needles into target lesions and may be helpful in targeting small and/or deep lesions. However, radiation exposure to the patient and operator may be substantial. We review the different methods of CTF use to guide abdominal pelvic biopsies and fluid aspiration/drainages. Ways of decreasing exposure are discussed, and a CTF radiation safety policy adapted at our institution is presented.

Keywords:

CT fluoroscopy - intervention - drainage - biopsy