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Stent Procedures Using Ultra Low Contrast Volume at Heart of Melbourne
Good news for the patients with kidney disease and low renal function. Dr Asrar ul Haq performs ultra-low (<10 ml) contrast stent procedure using intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), in a patient with eGFR of 9, and after being declined alternate therapies due to risk of kidney function deterioration. Only 3 ml of contrast was used during the procedure, saving the patient from open heart surgery and preventing the need for dialysis. When cardiologists look at your blood vessels w
Jun 2, 2021
Heart of Melbourne News
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