Yes, ICG Angiography is generally considered Safe. It is a diagnostic procedure commonly used in Ophthalmology to visualize the blood vessels in the retina. The procedure involves injecting a fluorescent dye into a vein.
Indocyanine green is a dye that fluoresces when exposed to near-infrared light. Indocyanine green angiography is used to image choroidal circulation. The dye is injected into a vein in your arm and then travels to the blood vessels in your eye. A special Camera is used to take pictures of the blood vessels as the dye flows through them.
The procedure involves injecting ICG dye into a patient’s bloodstream, A special Camera is used to take pictures of the blood vessels as the dye flows through them. This technique allows healthcare professionals to visualize blood flows and tissue insertion in real time.
In colorectal surgery ensuring adequate blood flow to the anastomotic site is crucial for healing and preventing complications like anastomotic leakage. ICG angiography provides an objective measurement to blood flow, that allows surgeons to verify tissue insertion before completion of the surgery. In ICG angiography there are some procedures like
In IGC dye is injected into the patient's bloodstream via a vein in the hand.
A near-infrared camera captures images of the dye as it flows through the blood vessels.
Surgeons assess the fluorescence to determine if the anastomotic site has adequate blood supply.
Based on Visualization, surgeons can informed decisions about tissue viability and adjust their surgical approach accordingly.
Doppler Ultrasound uses sound waves to measure blood flow velocity. It is non-invasive and widely available but may offer the same level of detail and accuracy as ICG angiography.
Fluorescein Angiography uses a different dye (Fluorescein) that fluoresces under visible light. It examines the blood vessels in the back of your eye.
CT Angiography is a non-invasive imaging that involves computed to visualized blood vessels. It provides detailed images and assesses blood flow. It includes some safety risks are Radiation Exposure, Allergic Reaction, Acute Kidney Injury, and Other Risks.
Magnetic Resonance Angiography is a non-invasive technique that uses magnetic resonance imaging to visualize blood vessels and diagnose various vascular conditions. There are some Safety and Risk are Claustrophobia, Metal Implants.
ICG is considered safe for most patients with a low incidence of adverse reactions. It is rapidly processed by the liver and excreted minimizing the risk of long-term side effects. There are some Risk factors and side effects are:
There are some allergic reactions are nausea, vomiting, itching, hives, and difficulty breathing.
The liver is responsible for clearing the ICG dye from the bloodstream. If your liver function is impaired, It may take longer for the dye to be cleared. This can affect the quality of the image obtained during the angiography. If your kidney function is severely impaired, the dye may not be eliminated as effectively as it should be. The side effects such as nausea and vomiting.
Patients with iodine allergies as ICG contain iodine that is hypersensitive
ICG angiography offers several advantages over other imagining techniques for diagnosing eye Conditions, Particularly those affecting the choroid, The blood vessel layer behind the retina. There are some Benefits of ICG Angiography.
Indocyanine Green dye binds more readily to proteins in the blood plasma compared to the fluorescein dye used in fluorescein angiography. This allows for clearer visualization of the choroidal blood vessels, especially deeper and leaky ones that might be obscured in a fluorescein angiogram.
Due to its superior choroidal visualization, ICG angiography is particularly beneficial for diagnosing are Age-related macular degeneration, Polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy, Central serous Chorioretinopathy, Choroidal tumors
Indocyanine Green angiography has less background fluorescence compared to fluorescence angiography. This allows for better visualization of the blood vessels.
The ongoing advancement in imaging technology is set to enhance the capabilities of ICG angiography. Improved camera quality better formulation and software algorithms will refine the accuracy and utility of this system.
The Machine learning algorithm has the potential to revolutionize ICG angiography. It can provide automated analysis and interpretation of imagining data leading to more precise and faster decision-making during surgeries.
As technology evolves, the uses of ICG angiography is likely to expand into new medical fields and applications, offering benefits to patients and health care providers.
ICG angiography is a valuable tool in modern medicine that offers benefits such as enhanced visualization, reduced complications, and improved surgical outcomes. It is essential to be aware of potential risks and side effects, especially for patients with specific health conditions. If you have any concerns feel free to contact us. Our team of experts is here to provide detailed information about your health. You can also book an appointment with our specialists.
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