Surgical thrombectomy: current role in thromboembolic occlusions

Techniques in Vascular and Interventional Radiology
Gregory A CarlsonW John Sharp

Abstract

Thromboembolic disease occurs in a heterogeneous group of patients with significant co-morbidities and variable presentations, resulting in high morbidity and mortality rates. To decrease these complications, multiple different endovascular modalities have been developed and used to treat this challenging problem. Physicians are now left with a broad array of endovascular and surgical options. Unfortunately, there are little data that accurately compare these modalities. Therefore, an individual approach to each patient with acute ischemia from thromboembolic disease must be employed. In order to tailor the treatment to the needs of each patient, the physician must be familiar with the techniques, complications, technology, and relative strengths and weaknesses of each treatment modality. This article will first outline the main technical considerations for performing surgical thromboembolectomy. The complications of operative thromboembolectomy will then be discussed followed by the data comparing operative and nonoperative therapy. Finally, clinical scenarios that are best treated by surgical intervention will be described.

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