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[Complications after percutaneous transluminal angioplasty and vascular surgery]
1Abteilung für Allgemein- und Gefasschirurgie, Akademischen Lehrkrankenhauses Porz am Rhein.
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Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) can cause complications at dilatation and insertion sites, mainly in the pelvic and femoral regions. Close radiologist-surgeon collaboration is crucial for managing these vascular complications and improving patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Interventional Radiology
Background:
- Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) is a standard treatment for occlusive vascular disease.
- Complications can arise from PTA procedures, necessitating careful management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report and analyze complications associated with balloon catheter dilatation.
- To describe the treatment of these complications.
- To emphasize the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of PTA procedures and associated complications.
- Analysis of complication types and locations.
- Documentation of surgical correction success rates and postoperative outcomes.
Main Results:
- Complications occurred at dilatation and catheter insertion sites, predominantly in the pelvic and femoral regions.
- Surgical correction was successful in all treated patients.
- Three patients experienced fatal postoperative acute myocardial ischemia.
Conclusions:
- Close cooperation between interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons is essential for effective complication management.
- Optimizing patient care requires a coordinated approach to minimize risks associated with PTA.
Abstract:
Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) is an accepted technique in the treatment of occlusive vascular disease. We report complications associated with balloon catheter dilatation and their treatment in the period from 1. 1. 1986 to 31. 3. 1990. Complications were found at the site of dilatation and the site of insertion of the catheter, mostly in the pelvic and femoral region. Surgical correction was successful in all patients, however three patients died postoperatively of acute myocardial ischemia. To avoid these complications close co-operation between the radiologist performing the dilatation and the vascular surgeon managing the complications should be assured.