Radiodermitis after prostatic artery embolization: case report and review of the literature

Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2015 Jun;38(3):755-9. doi: 10.1007/s00270-015-1083-6. Epub 2015 Mar 24.

Abstract

Prostate artery embolization (PAE) is a technically demanding new treatment option for benign prostatic hyperplasia. We present a case of radiation-induced dermitis in a 63-year-old patient after a technically successful PAE, due to high radiation exposure (KAP: 8,023,949 mGy cm(2)) and long fluoroscopy time (72 min). Anatomical and technical aspects are discussed, as well as recommendations to decrease radiation exposure in these procedures.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Angiography, Digital Subtraction / adverse effects
  • Embolization, Therapeutic*
  • Fluoroscopy
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Prostate / blood supply*
  • Prostate / diagnostic imaging*
  • Prostatic Hyperplasia / diagnostic imaging
  • Prostatic Hyperplasia / therapy*
  • Radiodermatitis / etiology*
  • Radiography, Interventional / adverse effects*
  • Treatment Outcome