Simultaneous Real-Time Intravascular Ultrasound-Guided Transcatheter Pulmonary Embolectomy Improves Procedural Accuracy, Efficacy, and Safety.

ABSTRACT: Percutaneous catheter-directed interventions for pulmonary embolism is a rapidly evolving field. We present the first case report of simultaneous intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) use during transcatheter pulmonary embolectomy. Real-time IVUS guidance offers the advantage of better clot visualization and precise suction catheter localization while minimizing contrast medium exposure and wire exchanges. (Level of Difficulty: Advanced.).

SUBMITTER: Hassanin A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9040105 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature