Farwaniya Hospital’s NMD showcases exclusive, pioneering technique

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KUWAIT CITY, Jan 25: Dr. Zeina Al-Banna, Head of Farwaniya Hospital’s Nuclear Medicine Department (NMD), has reported the success of injecting radioactive materials into 80 knee joints, showcasing the hospital’s exclusive and pioneering technique, reports Al-Jarida daily.

This groundbreaking approach effectively addresses conditions like synovitis and rheumatic arthritis, offering an alternative for cases unresponsive to traditional drug or surgical treatments.

In an official statement, Dr. Al-Banna underscored the Nuclear Medicine Department’s distinguished role as the primary and sole center in Kuwait’s government sector hospitals for utilizing radioactive materials in arthritis treatment. Synovitis, characterized by a benign knee joint tumor, is one of the conditions effectively managed through this innovative method.

Patients referred to the Nuclear Medicine Department hail from both government and private sectors, directed by orthopedists and rheumatologists. The department conducts thorough preliminary examinations, employing nuclear scanning, X-rays, ultrasound, or magnetic resonance imaging to evaluate knee joint activity and rule out any contraindications for injections and treatment.

Following the injection procedure, patients are advised complete rest for 48 hours. Dr. Al-Banna emphasized that the department’s physicians have undergone specialized training in this technique in Germany, ensuring a high standard of expertise.

Detailing the process, she explained that initial examinations, including a bone examination, are conducted to confirm the knee tumor’s activity. Ultrasound scans assess the synovial membrane’s thickness and identify potential contraindications. After collecting the necessary information, patients undergo evaluation to determine the treatment’s responsiveness.

Farwaniya Hospital’s Nuclear Medicine Department continues to lead in innovative medical approaches, providing successful and advanced treatments for knee conditions through the application of radioactive materials.

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