Argon plasma coagulation
Argon Plasma Coagulation
Argon Plasma Coagulation (pronunciation: Ar-gon Plaz-ma Ko-ag-u-la-shun), often abbreviated as APC, is a medical procedure used primarily in the treatment of various conditions of the gastrointestinal tract.
Etymology
The term derives from the Greek words Argon meaning "inactive", Plasma referring to "a state of matter", and Coagulation from the Latin coagulare meaning "to curdle".
Procedure
Argon Plasma Coagulation involves the use of a jet of ionized argon gas (plasma) directed through a flexible tube (endoscope) to deliver an electric current which coagulates blood and tissue. This is used to control bleeding and remove abnormal tissue growths in the gastrointestinal tract.
Applications
Argon Plasma Coagulation is commonly used in the treatment of conditions such as Gastrointestinal bleeding, Barrett's esophagus, and Gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE). It is also used in the removal of Polyps and Tumors in the gastrointestinal tract.
Advantages
The advantages of Argon Plasma Coagulation include its non-contact method, which reduces the risk of perforation, and its ability to treat large areas of tissue quickly and effectively.
Risks
While Argon Plasma Coagulation is generally considered safe, potential risks include perforation, bleeding, and Post-polypectomy syndrome.
Related Terms
- Endoscopy
- Coagulation
- Gastrointestinal tract
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Barrett's esophagus
- Gastric antral vascular ectasia
- Polyps
- Tumors
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Argon plasma coagulation
- Wikipedia's article - Argon plasma coagulation
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