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[RSO in clinical practice: Status in Germany 2020]
Lutz S Freudenberg1, Rigobert Klett2, Manfred Fischer3
1ZRN Rheinland und ZRN MVZ GmbH, Korschenbroich.
Nuklearmedizin. Nuclear Medicine
|March 24, 2021
Summary
Radiosynoviorthesis (RSO) is a key treatment for inflammatory joint diseases, but data on its current practice in Germany is scarce. A survey revealed that few nuclear medicine specialists perform most RSO procedures, highlighting a need for training young academics.
Area of Science:
- Nuclear Medicine
- Rheumatology
- Medical Therapy
Background:
- Radiosynoviorthesis (RSO) is a long-established local radionuclide therapy for inflammatory joint diseases.
- Despite decades of use, comprehensive data on RSO procedures and clinical outcomes remain limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current status of Radiosynoviorthesis in Germany through an online survey.
- To gather reliable data on RSO practices, including demographics, training, diagnostics, procedures, and follow-up.
Main Methods:
- A web-based questionnaire was developed and distributed to nuclear medicine specialists in Germany.
- The survey collected data on pre-therapeutic diagnostics, RSO procedures, and patient follow-up.
- Data collection occurred over 28 days, closing on November 30, 2020.
Main Results:
- 78 nuclear medicine specialists responded, yielding a 23% response rate.
- The survey identified variations and commonalities in RSO diagnostics, procedures, and follow-up for the first time.
- A small group (under 70 specialists, mostly over 50) performs the majority of RSO procedures in Germany.
Conclusions:
- The findings underscore an urgent need for training young nuclear medicine academics in RSO.
- Establishing an association of RSO experts to develop training curricula and organize practical training is recommended.
- Collaboration between outpatient and inpatient facilities can enhance RSO education for aspiring specialists.
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