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Stent Embolism after Coronary Angiography: Case Report
Bahar Temur1, Tolga Can1, Anil Karaagac1
1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
The Heart Surgery Forum
|June 30, 2016
Summary
Peripheral stent embolisms, though often asymptomatic, require removal when causing symptoms. Surgical intervention is recommended over endovascular maneuvers for symptomatic peripheral arterial embolization due to high complication risks.
Area of Science:
- Vascular surgery
- Interventional radiology
Background:
- Endovascular interventions are increasingly common, leading to device-related complications.
- Peripheral stent embolisms, dislocations, and malpositions are recognized issues.
Observation:
- Peripheral stent embolisms are frequently asymptomatic.
- Symptomatic cases, such as those causing acute ischemia or claudication, necessitate stent removal.
Findings:
- While both surgical and endovascular methods exist for stent removal, this case report highlights a specific scenario.
- For symptomatic peripheral arterial embolization, surgical intervention is deemed the primary treatment option.
Implications:
- This suggests a need for careful consideration of treatment strategies for peripheral stent embolisms.
- The findings emphasize the potential risks associated with endovascular approaches in complex symptomatic cases.
