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Radiosynoviorthesis (Radiation Synovectomy).

Authors :
Biersack, Hans-Jürgen
Freeman, Leonard M.
Mödder, G.
Source :
Clinical Nuclear Medicine (978-3-540-28025-5); 2007, p512-518, 7p
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

Radiosynoviorthesis (RSO) is a proven important instrument for local treatment of chronic inflammatory joint diseases in the context of medical and orthopaedic efforts. The term radiosynoviorthesis was created by Delbarre et al. 1968, meaning the restoration (orthesis) of the synovium by means of radionuclides. By local administration of radioactive agents an attempt is made to influence the synovial process favourably as an alternative to surgical synovectomy. In the Anglo-American literature the term"radiosynovectomy" or"radiation synovectomy" came into use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISBNs :
9783540280255
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Clinical Nuclear Medicine (978-3-540-28025-5)
Publication Type :
Book
Accession number :
33879443
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-28026-2_29