Upper GI Bleed: Techniques & Tools w/ Dr. Osman Ahmed | BackTable Podcast Ep. 429

In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, host Dr. Aaron Fritts interviews Dr. Osman Ahmed about treatment algorithms and new technologies for upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleed embolization. Dr. Ahmed is an interventional radiologist at the University of Chicago. The doctors dive into various embolization techniques, microcatheters, and embolic materials that are ideal for managing upper GI bleeds. Dr. Ahmed highlights the importance of understanding the etiology of bleeding, differences between arterial vs. venous bleeding, and first-line therapies such as endoscopy. Dr. Ahmed also discusses the utilization of new embolic materials like Obsidio Embolic, which is designed specifically for peripheral use, and its advantages in achieving rapid and complete vessel occlusion. Additionally, the doctors cover pre-procedural imaging, procedural techniques, and operator preferences for microcatheters and embolic devices. They emphasize the procedural nuances, operator comfort, and evolving technologies in the management of GI bleeds. --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR Boston Scientific Obsidio Embolics https://www.bostonscientific.com/obsidio --- SHOW NOTES 00:00 - Introduction 03:36 - Discussion on Upper GI Bleeds 06:42 - Pre-Procedure Imaging for Upper GI Bleeds 11:23 - Procedure Walkthrough for Upper GI Embolization 19:58 - Understanding Mesenteric Anatomy 22:57 - Embolization Devices: Coils and More 25:38 - Exploring Obsidio: A New Embolic 33:02 - Post-Procedure Care 34:24 - Case Discussions and Final Thoughts --- RESOURCES Navigating Early Cases with the Obsidio™ Conformable Embolic - GEST 2023 Webinar with Dr. Ahmed: https://thegestgroup.com/webinar-feat... BackTable VI Episode #179 - Happiness is a Warm Coil: Treating GI Bleeds with Dr. Donald Garbett: https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/po... BackTable VI Episode #216 - Stick It: Glue Embo with Dr. Ziv Haskal: https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/po... BackTable VI Episode #321 - New Innovations in Lower GI Bleed Embolization with Dr. Kevin Henseler: https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/po... Obsidio - Conformable Embolic: https://www.bostonscientific.com/obsidio --- The BackTable Podcast is a resource for interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and other interventional and endovascular specialists to learn tips, techniques, and the ins and outs of the devices in their cabinets. Get notified when new episodes drop! Subscribe to the BackTable Podcast on your go-to podcast platform, and follow us on your social media platform of choice for regular vascular and interventional updates. ► https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/su... #gibleed #embolization #irad