Myelotec epidural endoscopy is appropriate for patients with chronic back pain not responsive to conservative treatment.
However the procedure may not be appropriate for all patients.
When used with a Flexible Fiberoptic Endoscope, this device can be used for observing epidural anatomy and pathology and delivery of drugs approved for epidural indications.
The NaviCath steerable epidural catheter can be used to assist in the treatment of epidural pathology, including delivery of drugs that have been indicated for the epidural space.
The Myelotec Flexible Fiberoptic Endoscope, when used with the Myelotec Video Guided Catheter, can be used for observing epidural anatomy and pathology and delivery of drugs approved for epidural indications.
The Video Guided Catheter is contraindicated when, in the judgment of the physician, its use may be contrary to the best interest of the patient.
Warning: General anesthesia is contraindicated for procedures that use spinal endoscopy.
Potential Complications: The Video Guided Catheter has proven to be a safe and
effective method for its intended use. As with any surgical procedures of this nature,
there may be complications that include:
Increased pain
Meningitis
Paralysis
Retinal hemorrhage
Dural puncture
Arachnoiditis
Subcutaneous infection
Epidural infection/abscess
Intracranial hemorrhage
Post dural puncture headache
Continued numbness, tingling. dysesthesia or paresthesia
Nerve root rupture or avulsion
Potential Side Effects: In a small percentage of patients, there have been some
reported side-effects that include:
Persistent pain at the insertion site
Paresthesia during the procedure
Small amounts of drainage from the site of the insertion
Headache during and following the procedure
Caution: Do not withdraw the Video Guided Catheter with the tip deflected. Do not advance the Video Guided Catheter forcefully.
The NaviCath steerable epidural catheter is contraindicated when, in the judgment of the physician, its use may be contrary to the best interest of the patient.
The NaviCath steerable epidural catheter is not indicated for long-term use or implantation.
Warning: General anesthesia is contraindicated for procedures that use spinal endoscopy.
Potential Complications: The Video Guided Catheter has proven to be a safe and
effective method for its intended use. As with any surgical procedures of this nature,
there may be complications that include:
Increased pain
Meningitis
Paralysis
Retinal hemorrhage
Dural puncture
Arachnoiditis
Subcutaneous infection
Epidural infection/abscess
Intracranial hemorrhage
Post dural puncture headache
Continued numbness, tingling. dysesthesia or paresthesia
Nerve root rupture or avulsion
Potential Side Effects: In a small percentage of patients, there have been some
reported side-effects that include:
Persistent pain at the insertion site
Paresthesia during the procedure
Small amounts of drainage from the site of the insertion
Headache during and following the procedure
Caution: Do not withdraw the Video Guided Catheter with the tip deflected. Do not advance the Video Guided Catheter forcefully.
The use of the Myelotec Flexible Fiberoptic Endoscope is contraindicated when, in the judgment of the physician, such procedure would be contrary to the best interest of the patient.
