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The Digestive Health Center utilizes the latest technology and outstanding equipment for highly technical diagnosis and treatment of complex disorders. The result is fewer complications and better patient outcomes, more quickly than ever before. |
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APC - Argon Plasma Coagulation -The Digestive Health Center was the first medical center in the commonwealth of Virginia to offer Argon Plasma Coagulation, an advanced intervention that can be used to stop bleeding, treat vascular problems in the gut such as arteriovenous malformation of the pancreas (AVM), gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE) and to shrink tumors throughout the gut. It works well in tandem with metallic stents in patients with blockages and is a valuable tool that has taken its place at the DHCoE along with conventional laser therapy.
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RITA - Radio Frequency Interstital Thermal Ablation - now we are able to locate and remove previously inoperable tumors using laparoscopic technology.
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EUS - Endoscopy Ultrasound Scope - highly accurate endoscopic scope utilizing ultrasound to locate tumors that were previously only identifiable through exploratory surgery. A thermal ablation needle can be used to eliminate the tumor.
These are just two of the many technological advances available to our patients. The DHCoE is always working with industry partners to put into use the most advanced technology to benefit the health of our patients.