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Problematic declots: complications and irritations.

Brian Funaki1

  • 1Associate Professor and Section Chief, Section of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, and Section of Abdominal Imaging, University of Chicago Hospitals, Chicago, Illinois.

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|February 19, 2011
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This review covers complications during percutaneous declotting of thrombosed dialysis grafts. It highlights management strategies for issues managed within interventional radiology.

Keywords:
Percutaneous declottingcomplicationshemodialysis graftthrombolysis

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Area of Science:

  • Interventional Radiology
  • Vascular Access Management

Background:

  • Thrombosed dialysis grafts are a common complication requiring intervention.
  • Percutaneous declotting offers a minimally invasive approach to restore graft patency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize common complications and pitfalls associated with percutaneous graft declotting.
  • To review management options for these complications, focusing on interventional radiology interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of various percutaneous declotting techniques, including mechanical devices and pharmacologic agents.
  • Analysis of reported untoward events and their management.

Main Results:

  • While uncommon, complications can occur during percutaneous graft declotting.
  • Many complications can be successfully managed within the interventional radiology suite.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding potential complications is crucial for safe percutaneous graft declotting.
  • Interventional radiology provides effective management for many declotting-related issues.