Review of current technologies for thromboembolism management

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Interventional Radiology

Background:

• Thrombotic occlusions in arteries, veins, and grafts are common clinical challenges.
• Percutaneous thrombectomy is a frequently employed treatment modality, used alone or with other therapies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review and classify various percutaneous thrombectomy techniques.
• To describe the devices and characteristics associated with each technique.

Main Methods:

• Classification of percutaneous thrombectomy into aspiration, pull-back, recirculation mechanical, direct contact, and ultrasound-guided methods.
• Review of commonly utilized devices and their specific features for each technique.

Main Results:

• Detailed description of distinct percutaneous thrombectomy approaches.
• Overview of the diverse range of devices available for clot removal.

Conclusions:

• Percutaneous thrombectomy encompasses a variety of techniques and devices for managing thrombotic occlusions.
• Understanding these techniques and devices is crucial for effective treatment planning.