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Published on: May 26, 2023
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A novel technique to retrieve a maldeployed vascular closure device.
Simrat Suri1, Khanjan H Nagarsheth2, Sumeet Goraya2
1Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY, USA simratsuri@gmail.com.
Summary
This study presents a new endovascular technique to retrieve a dislodged vascular closure device, avoiding surgical femoral cutdown. The novel method successfully removed an embolized device using an embolic filter, restoring limb arterial flow.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Interventional Cardiology
- Medical Device Technology
Background:
- Vascular closure devices (VCDs) are commonly used after arterial access.
- Maldeployment of VCDs can lead to complications such as embolization.
- Traditional retrieval methods may require invasive surgical procedures.
Observation:
- A 6-French Angio-Seal device embolized to the superficial femoral artery.
- A novel endovascular technique was employed for retrieval.
- An embolic protection device (SpiderFX) was utilized to capture the embolized device.
Findings:
- The endovascular technique successfully retrieved the embolized Angio-Seal device.
- The procedure obviated the need for a femoral cutdown.
- Arterial flow to the limb was restored post-retrieval.
Implications:
- This technique offers a less invasive alternative for managing embolized VCDs.
- It potentially reduces patient morbidity associated with surgical intervention.
- The findings support the use of embolic filters in VCD retrieval.
