Iliocaval Reconstruction: Review of Technique, Challenges, and Outcomes

Abstract

Iliocaval thrombosis is a major source of morbidity for patients, with a range of clinical presentations, including recurrent lower extremity deep venous thrombosis and postthrombotic syndrome. Endovascular reconstruction of chronic iliocaval occlusion has been demonstrated to be a technically feasible procedure that provides long-lasting symptom relief in combination with antithrombotic therapy and close clinical monitoring. Herein, we describe the etiologies of iliocaval thrombosis, patient assessment, patient management prior to and after intervention, procedural techniques, and patient outcomes.