At the workshop, experts reported on blood filtration and plasma filtration techniques in the treatment of diseases related to hypertriglyceridemia and lipid disorders; mentioned research and medical recommendations worldwide to clarify the effectiveness of the method; shared clinical experiences and challenges in applying this method in practice.
The workshop also discussed current issues in the medical field, especially information related to current medical examination and treatment service advertisements.
Experts agree that the indication for plasma exchange treatment should continue to be implemented according to the recommendations of the American Society of Hemodialysis - ASFA (2023). The expansion of the indication requires more legal basis, medical evidence and consensus from competent authorities.
Experts confirm that there is not enough medical evidence or legal basis to apply this method to prevent diseases related to blood fat, stroke or remove toxins in healthy people. More clinical studies are needed to more accurately evaluate the effectiveness and safety of this technique.
Specifically, the indication for blood filtration and plasma filtration must strictly comply with the instructions of the Ministry of Health . Strictly comply with the instructions for diagnosis and treatment and the technical procedures issued by the Ministry of Health, including the indication of blood filtration and plasma filtration methods for treating patients. The application of new techniques, new methods, new medical equipment or clinical trials must ensure the conditions and procedures prescribed by law.
"The drug and treatment councils of public and non-public hospitals should strengthen the review and inspection of compliance with technical indications for blood filtration and plasma filtration in patient treatment and compliance with legal regulations in medical examination and treatment at medical facilities," the Department of Health requested.
According to the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health, recently there have been advertisements on the Internet about some other applications of blood filtration and plasma filtration to help prevent diseases related to blood fat, stroke or remove toxins in healthy people. Previously, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health inspected and verified the contents related to the advertisement of DNA International General Hospital (on Tran Hung Dao Street, Ward 5, District 5) . At the meeting, the leaders of DNA International General Hospital admitted to the violations in the advertisement: "high-tech blood filtration technique removes blood fat, reduces the risk of stroke", "high-tech blood filtration prevents dangerous diseases, live a healthy life with peace of mind"...
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