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Advanced indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence-guided surgical techniques to support selected cancer procedures, lymphatic mapping, tissue perfusion assessment, tumor localization and minimally invasive cancer surgery.
Advanced ICG Fluorescence-Guided Cancer Surgery
ICG fluorescence-guided surgery uses indocyanine green (ICG) and near-infrared fluorescence imaging to provide real-time visual information during selected surgical procedures.
Depending on the type of cancer and procedure, fluorescence imaging may assist the surgical team with lymphatic mapping, sentinel lymph node identification, visualization of selected tissues, assessment of tissue perfusion and localization of structures during surgery.
Dr. Srikarthik Voleti provides individualized surgical oncology planning for patients who may benefit from advanced image-guided, minimally invasive or robotic cancer surgery.
What Is ICG Fluorescence-Guided Surgery?
ICG fluorescence-guided surgery uses an injectable fluorescent dye called indocyanine green together with near-infrared imaging technology to provide additional visual information during selected operations.
Potential Surgical Applications
- Sentinel lymph node mapping
- Lymphatic mapping
- Tumor localization in selected procedures
- Tissue perfusion assessment
- Vascular visualization
- Selected hepatobiliary procedures
- Selected gastrointestinal procedures
- Selected breast and gynecologic cancer procedures
ICG Fluorescence-Guided Surgery Services in Chennai
Advanced fluorescence imaging applications integrated into selected surgical oncology procedures when clinically appropriate.
ICG Fluorescence-Guided Cancer Surgery
Use of fluorescence imaging during selected cancer operations to provide additional real-time visual information.
ICG Lymphatic Mapping
Fluorescence-assisted visualization of lymphatic pathways during selected cancer procedures.
ICG Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
ICG may be used in selected procedures to help identify lymphatic drainage pathways and sentinel lymph nodes.
ICG Tumor Localization
Fluorescence imaging may support localization of selected tumors or anatomical targets during surgery.
ICG Tissue Perfusion Assessment
In selected operations, fluorescence imaging may help assess tissue perfusion during reconstructive or gastrointestinal procedures.
ICG Vascular Visualization
Near-infrared fluorescence can provide additional visualization of selected blood vessels during surgery.
ICG-Guided Minimally Invasive Surgery
Fluorescence imaging can be integrated with selected laparoscopic and minimally invasive cancer procedures.
ICG-Guided Robotic Cancer Surgery
Selected robotic cancer operations may incorporate fluorescence imaging as an additional visualization technology.
Intraoperative Fluorescence Imaging
Real-time fluorescence imaging can complement conventional visualization during appropriately selected operations.
Cancer Surgeries Where ICG Fluorescence May Be Used
The role of ICG fluorescence varies by cancer type, operation, anatomy and the surgeon's treatment plan.
Breast Cancer Surgery
Selected breast cancer procedures may use fluorescence-based lymphatic mapping and sentinel lymph node identification.
Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery
ICG fluorescence may provide additional information about tissue perfusion, vascular anatomy and selected surgical targets.
Colorectal Cancer Surgery
Selected colorectal procedures may use fluorescence imaging to assess perfusion and vascular anatomy.
Gastric Cancer Surgery
Fluorescence imaging may support selected gastric cancer procedures and lymphatic mapping applications.
Liver & Hepatobiliary Surgery
ICG fluorescence can provide additional visualization in selected hepatobiliary and liver procedures.
Gallbladder & Biliary Surgery
Selected hepatobiliary procedures may use fluorescence imaging to provide additional visualization of biliary anatomy.
Gynecologic Cancer Surgery
Selected gynecologic oncology procedures may incorporate fluorescence-assisted lymphatic mapping.
Head & Neck Cancer Surgery
Selected surgical oncology procedures may involve fluorescence techniques for lymphatic or anatomical visualization.
Complex Abdominal Cancer Surgery
ICG imaging may be considered as an adjunct during selected complex abdominal cancer operations.
ICG Fluorescence-Guided Surgical Procedures
ICG fluorescence is an imaging adjunct and its use is determined by the individual procedure, cancer type and clinical requirements.
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Fluorescence-assisted lymphatic mapping may help identify sentinel lymph nodes in selected cancers.
Fluorescence-Guided Lymph Node Dissection
ICG may provide additional visualization of lymphatic pathways during selected lymph node procedures.
Colorectal Resection
ICG fluorescence may be used in selected colorectal procedures to assess tissue perfusion.
Low Anterior Resection
Fluorescence assessment may provide additional information about perfusion during selected colorectal reconstruction procedures.
Gastric Cancer Surgery
Selected gastric cancer procedures may incorporate fluorescence imaging for lymphatic or anatomical assessment.
Hepatobiliary Surgery
ICG can provide additional visualization in selected liver and biliary procedures.
Breast Cancer Surgery
Fluorescence-assisted lymphatic mapping may be used in selected breast cancer operations.
Gynecologic Cancer Surgery
Selected gynecologic oncology procedures may use ICG for lymphatic mapping and sentinel node identification.
How ICG Fluorescence-Guided Surgery Works
ICG fluorescence combines the administration of indocyanine green with near-infrared imaging to provide additional intraoperative visualization in selected surgical situations.
Patient Assessment
The surgical team reviews the diagnosis, imaging, pathology and planned procedure.
ICG Planning
The potential role of ICG fluorescence is determined according to the cancer and planned operation.
Fluorescence Imaging
Near-infrared imaging is used during appropriate stages of surgery to visualize ICG-related fluorescence.
Surgical Decision-Making
Fluorescence findings are interpreted together with conventional anatomy, imaging and the overall surgical plan.
Potential Roles of ICG Fluorescence During Cancer Surgery
ICG fluorescence is an adjunctive imaging technology. Its usefulness depends on the specific procedure and patient.
Enhanced Visualization
Near-infrared fluorescence can provide additional visual information that may not be apparent under standard visualization.
Lymphatic Mapping
ICG can help visualize lymphatic pathways in selected procedures.
Sentinel Node Identification
Selected cancer surgeries may use ICG to assist with sentinel lymph node mapping.
Tissue Perfusion Assessment
Fluorescence imaging may provide additional information about tissue perfusion during selected reconstructive procedures.
Vascular Visualization
ICG fluorescence can assist visualization of selected vascular structures during surgery.
Minimally Invasive Integration
Fluorescence imaging can be incorporated into selected laparoscopic and robotic operations.
Multidisciplinary Planning for ICG-Guided Cancer Surgery
Advanced cancer surgery is planned according to the cancer diagnosis, staging, pathology and overall treatment strategy.
Surgical Oncology
Surgical assessment determines whether ICG fluorescence may add useful information during the planned cancer operation.
Medical Oncology
Systemic cancer treatment is coordinated with the surgical plan when required.
Radiology & Imaging
Preoperative imaging helps define the cancer and anatomical structures relevant to surgery.
Pathology
Pathology findings help establish the diagnosis and guide cancer treatment planning.
Anesthesia & Perioperative Care
Perioperative planning supports safe and coordinated cancer surgery.
Rehabilitation & Supportive Care
Recovery, nutrition and rehabilitation can form part of comprehensive cancer care.
Advanced ICG-Guided & Minimally Invasive Cancer Care
Robotic Cancer Surgery
Selected robotic cancer procedures may integrate fluorescence imaging as an additional visualization technology.
Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery
ICG fluorescence can be incorporated into selected laparoscopic cancer procedures.
Minimally Invasive Cancer Surgery
Advanced minimally invasive techniques can be combined with appropriate image-guided technologies.
Complex Abdominal Cancer Surgery
Selected complex abdominal operations may benefit from additional fluorescence visualization.
Advanced GI Cancer Surgery
Fluorescence imaging may support selected gastrointestinal procedures.
Advanced Hepatobiliary Surgery
ICG-based fluorescence may be used in selected liver and hepatobiliary surgical procedures.
Dr. Srikarthik Voleti
Surgical Oncologist & Robotic Cancer Surgeon in Chennai
Dr. Srikarthik Voleti provides individualized surgical oncology care with expertise in advanced, minimally invasive and robotic cancer surgery.
ICG Fluorescence-Guided Cancer Surgery in Chennai
Dr. Srikarthik Voleti is a surgical oncologist and robotic cancer surgeon in Chennai with training and experience in advanced cancer surgery, minimally invasive surgery and complex surgical oncology.
Training & Professional Exposure
- Tata Memorial Centre
- Aster International Institute of Oncology
- NYU Langone Health
Areas of Surgical Oncology
Robotic and minimally invasive cancer surgery, gastrointestinal surgical oncology, colorectal cancer surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, gynecologic cancer surgery, breast cancer surgery, head and neck cancer surgery, thoracic tumors, HIPEC, PIPAC, cytoreductive surgery and complex abdominal cancer surgery.
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ICG Fluorescence-Guided Cancer Surgery in Chennai
ICG Fluorescence-Guided Surgery in Chennai
ICG fluorescence-guided surgery in Chennai uses indocyanine green and near-infrared fluorescence imaging to provide additional information during selected cancer operations. Depending on the procedure, ICG can assist with lymphatic mapping, sentinel node identification, tissue perfusion assessment, vascular visualization and selected tumor localization.
ICG Fluorescence-Guided Cancer Surgery
ICG fluorescence-guided cancer surgery is an image-guided approach that may complement standard surgical visualization. Its application depends on the type of cancer, anatomy, planned operation and clinical requirements.
ICG Fluorescence-Guided Surgery Doctor Near Me
Patients searching for an ICG fluorescence-guided surgery doctor near me, ICG fluorescence-guided surgery oncologist in Chennai or ICG fluorescence-guided surgeon near me can seek a surgical oncology consultation to determine whether fluorescence imaging may be appropriate for their planned procedure.
ICG Lymphatic Mapping
ICG can be used in selected cancer procedures to visualize lymphatic drainage pathways. This can support sentinel lymph node mapping and selected lymphatic procedures.
ICG-Guided Colorectal Surgery
In selected colorectal operations, fluorescence imaging can provide additional information about tissue perfusion and vascular anatomy during reconstruction.
ICG-Guided Hepatobiliary Surgery
ICG fluorescence can provide additional visualization during selected liver, gallbladder and biliary procedures. The exact role depends on the surgical indication and anatomy.
ICG-Guided Robotic & Minimally Invasive Surgery
Fluorescence imaging can be integrated into selected robotic and laparoscopic cancer procedures. It is used as an adjunct to the surgeon's standard visualization and intraoperative assessment.
Individualized Cancer Surgery
ICG fluorescence is not required or appropriate for every cancer surgery. Its use is determined by the cancer diagnosis, planned procedure, anatomy, patient factors and the surgical team's clinical judgment.
ICG-Guided Cancer Surgery Treatment Journey
The treatment journey begins with cancer assessment and continues through surgical planning, image-guided surgery and postoperative follow-up.
Before Surgery
- Detailed cancer consultation
- Review of pathology
- Review of CT, MRI or other imaging where appropriate
- Assessment of the planned operation
- Determination of whether ICG may be useful
During Surgery
- Administration of ICG when indicated
- Near-infrared fluorescence imaging
- Lymphatic visualization where appropriate
- Perfusion assessment where appropriate
- Integration with surgical decision-making
After Surgery
- Postoperative monitoring
- Pain and symptom management
- Pathology review
- Recovery and rehabilitation
- Follow-up cancer care
ICG Fluorescence-Guided Surgery FAQ
What is ICG fluorescence-guided surgery?
ICG fluorescence-guided surgery uses indocyanine green and near-infrared imaging to provide additional visual information during selected surgical procedures.
What does ICG stand for?
ICG stands for indocyanine green, a fluorescent dye that can be visualized using appropriate near-infrared imaging technology.
How is ICG used during cancer surgery?
Depending on the procedure, ICG may be used for lymphatic mapping, sentinel lymph node identification, tissue perfusion assessment, vascular visualization or selected localization applications.
Can ICG be used for sentinel lymph node mapping?
Yes. ICG fluorescence can be used for lymphatic mapping and sentinel lymph node identification in selected cancer procedures.
Can ICG be used during robotic cancer surgery?
Selected robotic cancer procedures can incorporate fluorescence imaging. Whether it is useful depends on the cancer, anatomy and specific operation.
Can ICG be used during laparoscopic cancer surgery?
Yes. ICG fluorescence can be incorporated into selected laparoscopic procedures as an additional imaging technique.
Can ICG help assess tissue perfusion?
In selected operations, ICG fluorescence may provide additional information about tissue perfusion and vascularization.
Is ICG fluorescence-guided surgery suitable for every cancer?
No. ICG is an adjunctive imaging technology and is not necessary or appropriate for every cancer operation. Its use depends on the individual procedure and clinical circumstances.
Where can I consult an ICG fluorescence-guided cancer surgeon in Chennai?
Dr. Srikarthik Voleti provides surgical oncology consultation for selected patients requiring advanced, minimally invasive, robotic and image-guided cancer surgery.
How do I find an ICG fluorescence-guided surgery doctor near me?
Patients can consult a surgical oncologist to determine whether ICG fluorescence may be useful for their specific cancer procedure.
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Consult Dr. Srikarthik Voleti for ICG fluorescence-guided cancer surgery evaluation, advanced surgical oncology and minimally invasive cancer surgery in Chennai.
Kauvery Hospital
2/473, 200 Feet Radial Rd, Ganapathy Nagar, Kovilambakkam,
Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600129
Consultation Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Phone: +91-89391 02777
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