Ep. 441 Chilling Solutions: Cryoneurolysis in Clinical Practice with Dr. Aron Chary

In this episode, Dr. Aron Chary provides an in-depth look into endovascular and minimally invasive treatments for pain management, specifically focusing on cryoneurolysis. He shares his experience of implementing the technology for both benign and malignant conditions in an independent private practice setting.

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SYNPOSIS

The discussion covers various aspects, including collaboration with Boston Scientific for the VISUAL ICE cryoablation system, Dr. Chary’s personal journey from academics at Emory to private practice in Memphis, the effectiveness of cryoneurolysis in different areas such as genicular nerve and palliative care, and the operational dynamics between hospital and outpatient settings. The doctors delve into the procedural specifics, patient response, and outcomes with cryoneurolysis, including Dr. Chary’s efforts to navigate insurance and reimbursement challenges.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

07:04 - Evolution of Pain Intervention Techniques

11:08 - Building a Pain Intervention Service

16:16 - Versatility of Cryoablation in Pain Management

23:54 - Expectations and the Future of Pain Management Research

31:41 - Cryoneurolysis Insights and Patient Management

42:10 - Techniques in Celiac Cryoneurolysis

52:33 - Pain Management in the Outpatient Setting

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RESOURCES

Percutaneous CT-Guided Cryoablation of the Celiac Plexus: A Retrospective Cohort Comparison with Ethanol:

https://www.jvir.org/article/S1051-0443(20)30349-3/abstract

BT VI Episode 199 - Advanced Minimally Invasive Pain Interventions with Dr. David Prologo:

https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/199/advanced-minimally-invasive-pain-interventions

BT VI Episode 433 - Kyphoplasty Evolution: Steering Toward Targeted Therapy with Dr. David Prologo:

https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/433/kyphoplasty-evolution-steering-toward-targeted-therapy

Boston Scientific, VISUAL ICE:

https://www.bostonscientific.com/en-US/products/cryoablation/visual-ice.html