Ilio-femoral venous stenting for post-thrombotic syndrome in women of childbearing age: efficacy and impact of pregnancy —a multi-center study by the French Society of Cardiovascular Imaging

ConclusionIliofemoral venous stenting in women of childbearing age was an effective treatment for post-thrombotic syndrome, and it did not increase the risk for stent occlusion during pregnancy when accompanied by appropriate anticoagulation.Clinical relevance statementThis study demonstrates that pregnancy following iliofemoral venous stenting for post-thrombotic syndrome does not elevate the risk for stent occlusion.Key Points• The severity of post-thrombotic syndrome and the quality of life, as measured using the Villalta score and Chronic Venous Disease Quality of Life Questionnaire – version 20, respectively, showed significant improvements 6–12 months after iliofemoral venous stenting.• The occurrence of pregnancy after recanalization in women of childbearing age did not lead to a significant increase in the risk for stent occlusion.Graphical Abstract
Source: European Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research