Thrombectomy / Embolectomy (Acute Limb Ischemia)
About Thrombectomy / Embolectomy (Acute Limb Ischemia)
Thrombectomy or embolectomy removes blood clots blockin...
Thrombectomy or embolectomy removes blood clots blocking arteries during acute limb ischemia.
Overview
This emergency vascular procedure restores circulation rapidly and prevents permanent tissue damage.
Understanding The Procedure
Symptoms Thrombectomy / Embolectomy (Acute Limb Ischemia)
- ⦾ Sudden severe limb pain
- ⦾ Pale limb
- ⦾ Cold extremity
- ⦾ Loss of pulses
- ⦾ Numbness or paralysis
Risks
- ⦾ Recurrent clotting
- ⦾ Reperfusion injury
- ⦾ Limb loss
- ⦾ Kidney complications
- ⦾ Bleeding
Post-Operative Care
- ⦾ Intensive circulation monitoring
- ⦾ Anticoagulation therapy
- ⦾ Pain management
- ⦾ Physiotherapy
- ⦾ Vascular follow-up
Long Term Outlook
Rapid clot removal greatly improves limb salvage and functional recovery after acute ischemia.
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