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Liquid Embolics: Practical Applications & Techniques w/ Dr. Gary Siskin | BackTable Podcast Ep. 549

Liquid embolics are a relatively new addition to the interventional radiology toolkit—how well do you understand the technical considerations that come with using these agents? Get up to speed in this episode of the BackTable Podcast where Dr. Gary Siskin, Chair of Radiology at Albany Medical Center, shares his expertise. --- This podcast is supported by: Sirtex https://www.sirtex.com/us/ --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Siskin provides expert insights into the use of liquid embolic agents, including Onyx and LAVA, with a focus on their practical applications, techniques for safe and effective deployment, and the critical role they play in treating complex cases which range from peripheral and traumatic hemorrhage to portal vein embolization. He highlights the importance of understanding the viscosity and flow characteristics of various liquid embolic agents, providing expert guidance on ensuring optimal catheter positioning, case selection, and avoidance of common pitfalls. Additionally, he shares strategies for tailoring injection speed based on vessel caliber to mitigate reflux. The episode ends with final thoughts on best practices and future directions for the technology. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 02:09 - Historical Perspective on Liquid Embolics 06:37 - Practical Applications and Techniques 16:14 - Handling Catheters and Reflux Concerns 22:38 - Trauma Embolization 26:53 - Visibility and Injection Techniques 29:06 - Catheter Compatibility and Vessel Size 32:53 - Best Practices and Common Mistakes 45:55 - Final Thoughts and Advice --- RESOURCES Arslan B, Razavi MK, Siskin G, et al. The LAVA Study: A Prospective, Multicenter, Single-Arm Study of a Liquid Embolic System for Treatment of Peripheral Arterial Hemorrhage. J Vasc Interv Radiol. 2025;36(3):436-445.e2. doi:10.1016/j.jvir.2024.11.005 Onyx Liquid Embolic System: https://europe.medtronic.com/xd-en/he... LAVA Liquid Embolic System: https://www.sirtex.com/us/products/la... --- The BackTable Podcast is a resource for interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and other interventional and endovascular specialists to learn tips, techniques, and the ins and outs of the devices in their cabinets. Get notified when new episodes drop! Subscribe to the BackTable Podcast on your go-to podcast platform, and follow us on your social media platform of choice for regular vascular and interventional updates. ► https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/su... #VI549 #hypertension #interventionalradiology #vascularsurgery