Evaluation of percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy via the AngioJet system combined with catheter-directed thrombolysis for the treatment of symptomatic lower extremity deep venous thrombosis

Current methods of treating lower extremity deep venous thrombosis (LEDVT), such as catheter-directed thrombolysis (CDT) alone, or percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy (PMT) alone, are accompanied by unacceptably high risks of complications. This preliminary retrospective study evaluated the efficacy of CDT combined with PMT (via the AngioJet system), relative to CDT alone, in treating LEDVT.

Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - November 17, 2019 Category: Surgery Authors: Shi-Wu Yin, Li-Wen Guo, Lu Bian, Ting-Miao Xiang, Sheng-Quan Pan Tags: Clinical Research, Basic Science Source Type: research