Emory Study To Evaluate Procedure For Type 2 Diabetes
Reply A study is underway at Emory Johns Creek Hospital to assess the feasibility of cryoablation for patients with Type 2 diabetes. (Shutterstock ) JOHNS CREEK, GA — A study is underway at Emory Johns Creek Hospital to assess the feasibility of cryoablation, or the use of extreme cold for patients with Type 2 diabetes. The one-year pilot study, called "Percutaneous CT-guided cryoablation of the splanchnic nerves for the management of Type 2 diabetes" will enroll five patients between the ages of 22 and 65 at Emory Johns Creek Hospital. The splanchnic nerves are located on both sides of the...
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