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Chemotherapy given by catheter or port into the spinal fluid is called intrathecal (IT) administration.
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What is cpt code for intrathecal chemotherapy?
96413
Where is the intrathecal space located?
The intrathecal space is located between the arachnoid and the pia mater of the brain and spinal cord It is also known as the subarachnoid space.
What is another name for intrathecal administration?
Anal shot
What are Drugs are delivered into a space within the meninges?
Intrathecal
Drugs that are absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract are known as?
intrathecal
How can you use chemotherapy in a sentence?
My brother has chemotherapy.
A sentence with the word chemotherapy?
my brother has chemotherapy
What questions should you ask before accepting a diagnosis of chemotherapy?
Chemotherapy is not a diagnosis. Chemotherapy is a treatment
What is intramuscular chemotherapy?
Chemotherapy given by intramuscular injection is absorbed into the blood more slowly than IV chemotherapy. Because of this, the effects of IM chemotherapy may last longer than chemotherapy given intravenously.
What does intrathecal mean?
Introduced into or occurring in the space under the arachnoid membrane which covers the brain and spinal cord.
When taking chemotherapy will pregnant what does it do?
Chemotherapy can be harmful to a fetus. Consult your doctor if you are on chemotherapy and suspect you might be pregnant.
Can a patients with VP shunts receive intrathecal stem cells?
Yes, patients with VP (ventriculoperitoneal) shunts can potentially receive intrathecal stem cell therapy. However, careful consideration and evaluation of the patient's condition and shunt function would be necessary to ensure the procedure is safe and appropriate. Consultation with a neurosurgeon and stem cell specialist would be recommended to determine the best course of action.
