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Arterial Thrombectomy
What is Arterial Thrombectomy?
An arterial thrombectomy is a medical procedure to remove a blood clot, or thrombus, from an artery. This procedure is critical to treating arterial diseases where clots can severely restrict blood flow and lead to serious health complications. Thrombectomy employs various methods to remove or dissolve the clot, depending on its size and location in the body. Typically, this procedure is minimally invasive involving a tiny incision and the use of small catheters.
What to Expect During an Arterial Thrombectomy Procedure
Arterial thrombectomy involves a minimally invasive procedure to remove a blood clot from an artery. The procedure typically starts with a vascular specialist making a tiny incision into the clotted artery to insert a catheter. A combination of medication and specialized catheters are then used to remove the clot. The effectiveness of arterial thrombectomy in clot removal is notably high. After the procedure, patients are usually advised to balance activity with rest for about six hours to facilitate arterial healing. Patients can usually resume normal daily activities the following day.
What Other Treatments are Available at StrideCare?
Diagnostic Venous Ultrasound
A non-invasive test that uses ultrasound technology to get a full view of the circulatory system.
Radiofrequency Ablation
A varicose vein treatment option that uses pulsating radiofrequency energy to improve symptoms.
Varithena™ Microfoam Ablation
Treats both varicose and spider veins using a concentrated, injectable foam.
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