Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a venous stress disorder that develops from long-term effects from a previous deep venous thrombosis (DVT). The morbidity associated with PTS may be significant and patients can present with edema, chronic pain, swelling, skin changes, and heaviness of the affected limb.PTS can eventually lead to a decreased quality of life and to a marked burden for the healthcare system. This article elaborates on clinical aspects of PTS including the pathophysiology, diagnostic work-up and management of the disease with a particular focus on endovascular options.
measured and recorded procedure and fluoroscopy time with both approaches. Results: Procedure and fluoroscopy time was reduced by reducing number of catheter and guide wire exchanges. Average procedure time with standard angioplasty versus Chameleon™ was 101 seconds versus 16.5 seconds which represents an 89% reduction. Average fluoroscopy time with standard angioplasty versus Chameleon was 16 seconds versus 6.6 seconds which represents a 60% reduction in fluoroscopy time. The differences were statistically significant (po0.05). Conclusions: Proximal injection angioplasty balloon catheter reduces catheter exchanges and guide wire removals and eliminates the need for manual compression reflux angiography. This technique seamlessly reduces patient and personnel radiation exposure by reducing fluoroscopy time.
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