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Donald Garbett
Interventional Radiologist | Vascular & Interventional Radiology
Dr. Donald Garbett is an interventional radiologist practicing in Springfield, Oregon. Dr. Garbett specializes in minimally invasive, targeted treatments. Interventional radiologists use X-Rays, MRIs and other advanced imaging to put catheters in the body in order to treat the source of the disease internally. Many conditions that once required surgery can now have less risk, less pain and fewer invasions when treated by an interventional radiologist.
Donald Garbett
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How long does it take to heal from radiofrequency vein ablation?
You can return to normal activities the day of the procedure, but the process of the vein closure will take a few months to happen as the inflammation resolves and the body completes READ MORE
You can return to normal activities the day of the procedure, but the process of the vein closure will take a few months to happen as the inflammation resolves and the body completes the vein closure.
How long does a vein ablation take?
Procedure time for a vein ablation is usually about 20 mins, but can vary depending the operator skill and each patient's individual anatomy.
SI fusion by interventional radiologist?
Yes this is a common procedure done by Orthopedic Surgeons and Interventional Radiologists.
Is varicose vein surgery done under local anesthesia?
Varicose vein surgery is most often done with local anesthesia.
Is vein ablation painful?
Vein ablation is done with local anesthetic. Application of the local anesthetic hurts very briefly (needle shot) then the remained of the procedure is relatively minor discomfort. READ MORE
Vein ablation is done with local anesthetic. Application of the local anesthetic hurts very briefly (needle shot) then the remained of the procedure is relatively minor discomfort. The will be some soreness and aching for the next few weeks and even some aching in the treatment area for a few months.
What type of radiation is used for thyroid cancer?
Iodine 131 which is taken as a pill. The thyroid gland picks up the Iodine which emits Beta radiation and ablates the thyroid gland.
Can acupuncture help with blood clots?
It may help with pain, but will not remove the blood clots.
What anesthesia do you get for vein ablation?
Local anesthesia is most commonly used for vein ablation.
What is the safest anesthesia for veins surgery?
The safest anesthesia is 'no anesthesia'. Everything has risks. But most commonly varicose vein surgery is done with local anesthesia.
Is vascular surgery done under regional anesthesia?
There are many different types of vascular surgery. For example if you are having an aortic aneurysm repaired you will probably be under general anesthesia. If you are having a READ MORE
There are many different types of vascular surgery. For example if you are having an aortic aneurysm repaired you will probably be under general anesthesia. If you are having a small varicose vein treated you will likely have local anesthesia. Regional anesthesia is often used for AV fistula creation in the arm or orthopedic surgery to fix the knee or hand.
Can a radiologist help varicose veins?
Interventional Radiologists pioneered the non-invasive treatment of varicose veins.
Are you sedated for veins surgery?
Usually just local anesthesia.
Is radiofrequency vein ablation safe?
Yes. Radiofrequency ablation is safe and effective.
Is radiofrequency vein ablation risky?
Radiofrequency vein ablation is safe and effective.
Is venogram painful?
Venogram requires insertion of a catheter into a vein much like an IV that you would get fluids through if you needed it. Local anesthetic is applied to the skin where the vein READ MORE
Venogram requires insertion of a catheter into a vein much like an IV that you would get fluids through if you needed it. Local anesthetic is applied to the skin where the vein will be accessed. The venogram itself does not cause pain as there are no nerves inside the vein.
Do they put you to sleep for vein ablation?
Local anesthesia is usually used for vein ablation.
Is radiofrequency ablation good for varicose veins?
Yes, it is a safe and effective treatment.
What can go wrong with radiofrequency ablation?
The radiofrequency ablation catheter applies heat to the vein being treated. Tumescent local anesthesia is applied around the vein to protect the surrounding tissues from that READ MORE
The radiofrequency ablation catheter applies heat to the vein being treated. Tumescent local anesthesia is applied around the vein to protect the surrounding tissues from that heat. The most common adverse effect is localized skin numbness due to temporary injury of the local cutaneous nerves.
