AJR. American journal of roentgenology
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AJR Am J Roentgenol · May 2010
Use of a rosch-uchida needle for recanalization of refractory dialysis-related central vein occlusion.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate our experience with the use of a Rösch-Uchida needle technique to recanalize central vein occlusion that cannot be traversed with a guidewire. ⋯ Use of a Rösch-Uchida needle to recanalize central vein occlusion refractory to a traditional procedure is feasible and safe and can preserve the involved extremity for long-term hemodialysis.
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AJR Am J Roentgenol · May 2010
Radiologic evaluation of blunt thoracic aortic injury in pediatric patients.
The objective of our study was to assess the mechanism of injury, associated injuries, and radiographic findings of pediatric patients presenting with blunt thoracic aortic injury. ⋯ Blunt thoracic aortic injury is a rare injury in the pediatric population. Radiologic evaluation of pediatric patients presenting with this injury has changed. More chest CT examinations and fewer thoracic aortography examinations are being performed. Furthermore, surgeons are choosing to perform surgery on the basis of chest CT findings consistent with aortic injury.