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What patients are generally rejected for a pallidotomy?
Those who are very elderly, demented, or with other significant medical conditions that would be compromised by surgery are usually not candidates for pallidotomy.
When is peritoneal dialysis not recommended?
for patients with abdominal adhesions or other abdominal defects, such as a hernia, that might compromise the efficiency of the treatment. It is also not recommended for patients who suffer frequent bouts of diverticulitis
What additional step is necessary in a bilateral pallidotomy?
If bilateral pallidotomy is being performed, the localizing and lesioning will be repeated on the other side.
When is a unilateral pallidotomy suggested?
Unilateral (one-sided) pallidotomy may be used if symptoms are markedly worse on one side or the other, or if the risks from bilateral (two-sided) pallidotomy are judged to be too great.
What malignant melanoma patients may be candidates for treatment with aldesleukin?
Patients with metastatic melanoma who do not respond well to other therapies may be candidates for treatment with aldesleukin.
How is psychotherapy used to treat sleep disorders?
Psychotherapy is recommended for patients with sleep disorders associated with other mental disorders. In many cases the patient's scores on the Beck or Zung inventories will suggest the appropriate direction of treatment.
How should patients be prepared for a hyperbaric chamber?
No special preparation is needed to use a hyperbaric chamber other than educating patients about what to expect during treatment.
When is Peritoneal dialysis the best option for renal failure?
often the best treatment option for infants and children. Their small size can make vein access difficult to maintain. It is not recommended for patients with abdominal adhesions or other abdominal defects (like a hernia )
Patient with MALT lymphoma who do not respond to standard treatment undergo what alternative therapy?
In general, these patients are treated with chemotherapy in a similar manner to patients with other types of lymphoma.
What is the enzyme-based treatment used by Gonzalez?
Gonzalez uses his enzyme-based treatment on patients with pancreatic cancer, as well as a wide variety of other cancers.
What characteristics does a successful osteopathic treatment have?
Many patients find that one or a series of manipulations cures long-standing pain. Other patients need repeated treatments. Some do not respond at all. It is always a good idea to reassess any treatment that is not producing.
What are the results of stomach flushing?
Stomach flushing is usually tolerated by patients and is a temporary treatment, performed in conjunction with other therapies.
