2002•Zhonghua heyixue yu fenzi yingxiang zazhiRequires access
Study of radiation synovectomy using 188 Re-sulfide
Gang Chen, Peiyong Li, Xufeng Jiang, Zhang Li-ying, Xuefeng Wang, Zhengming Sun, Huan Zhang
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Abstract
ObjectiveTo study the radiation synovectomy with 188Re-sulfide. MethodsThirty cases were divided into 2 groups, the group with hemophilia and the group with rheumatoid arthritis(RA). Patients with joint synovitis were injected different doses of 188Re-sulfide, 222～444 MBq intra-articularly. MRI was taken before and 3～6 months after the radiation synovectomy to evaluate the treatment efficacy, and the symptoms were also evaluated. ResultsMRI study showed that after the treatment the synovium became thiner and the edema was reduced in the lesioned joint. The symptoms were improved with the pain relieved and duration of intra-articular hemorrhage reduced. ConclusionsRadiation synovectomy using 188Re-sulfide has effects on synovitis. It can be used clinically to improve the symptoms of joint synovitis and reduce the duration of intra-articular hemorrhage.