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A case of intermittent claudication associated with the Angio-Seal™ vascular closure device after carotid artery

Makoto Motooka1, Hirokazu Kondo, Toshihiro Tamura

  • 1Department of Cardiology, Tenri Hospital, 200 Mishima-cho, Tenri, Nara, 632-8552, Japan.

Cardiovascular Intervention and Therapeutics
|September 24, 2013
PubMed

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Intermittent claudication occurred after carotid artery stenting due to the Angio-Seal™ vascular closure device. Understanding this device

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Medical Device Technology

Background:

  • Carotid artery stenting is a common procedure for stroke prevention.
  • Vascular closure devices (VCDs) are frequently used for hemostasis after arterial access.
  • Angio-Seal™ is a widely adopted VCD for femoral artery puncture sites.

Observation:

  • A case of intermittent claudication was observed following carotid artery stenting.
  • The complication was linked to the use of the Angio-Seal™ vascular closure device.

Findings:

  • The Angio-Seal™ device, while facilitating early ambulation and reducing manual compression, has been associated with various vascular complications.
  • This specific case highlights intermittent claudication as a potential, albeit uncommon, adverse event.

Implications:

  • Physicians must be aware of the unique structural characteristics of the Angio-Seal™ device.
  • Knowledge of potential complications, such as intermittent claudication, is crucial for patient safety and informed consent.
  • Further vigilance and understanding of VCD-related adverse events are warranted.

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