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A novel mechanical thrombectomy device for retrieval of intravascular thrombus
Monsky WL, Finitsis S, De Cicco D et al.
Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 201 1 ; 34: 3 83-90.
Presently available thrombectomy devices have functional limitations, such as problems with removal of organized thrombus and clot fragmentation with distal embolization. In the present work, the authors trialed a new mechanical thrombectomy device designed to remove hard and soft thrombi, without damage to blood vessels, in a pig model. This pilot study demonstrates the basic safety and efficacy of the device.
Endovascular removal of thrombus is a potentially attractive treatment option for both arterial and venous thrombotic occlusions. Currently available thrombectomy devices allow for mechanical or pharmacological removal of thrombus. However, these devices have shortcomings...