Jammu AIIMS launches laser ablation services for varicose vein patients
The first case was recently performed in the state-of-the-art Interventional Radiology (IR) suite, signalling a new era of minimally invasive vascular care at the institute with the esteemed support of ED and CEO, Prof (Dr) Shakti Kumar Gupta, the official spokesman said.
He said varicose veins are the enlarged, twisted veins often affecting the lower limbs — can cause considerable discomfort and complications if left untreated.
EVLA, a minimally invasive, ultrasound-guided procedure used by interventional radiologists, uses laser energy to close off these problematic veins, offering patients a safe and effective alternative as a daycare procedure.
It is almost a scarless and sutureless procedure with good treatment outcomes and quicker recovery time.
The spokesman said that the procedure was performed by a team of skilled radiologists led by Dr Ankit Prabhakar, Assistant Professor, Radiodiagnosis and Imaging with other Faculty members, senior residents, nursing officers and other staff members.
Speaking on the development, the Radiologist's team at the Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging emphasised the importance of such advanced interventions in addressing vascular health issues in the region. Varicose vein patients are now been routinely evaluated in IR OPD at AIIMS.
"Patients with symptoms such as leg swelling, pain, skin changes, or visible varicosities are encouraged to consult the Interventional Radiology OPD at AIIMS Jammu for assessment and eligibility for EVLA," said the spokesman.
"This is the first IR care centre in Jammu offering such minimally invasive treatment options to patients," she said adding that moreover, the commencement of IR OPD is first of its kind in whole union territory of J&K with AIIMS Jammu pioneering the same.
The Head of the Department and Officer-in-Charge of the Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Dr. Gita, said that Radiology at AIIMS, Jammu, is equipped with and will be advanced with more imaging intervention services in the very near future.
Prof (Dr) Shakti Kumar Gupta ED and CEO, AIIMS Jammu added that 'The introduction of EVLA marks a significant leap forward in the range of interventional radiology services offered at AIIMS Jammu. This initiative is part of AIIMS Jammu's ongoing commitment to bringing world-class, patient-centered medical care to the region and establishing itself as a hub for advanced interventional procedures in future." UNI VBH SSP
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