
Intravascular ultrasound-guided mechanical thrombectomy using the INARI ClotTriever device of an iatrogenic deep venous thrombosis.
Author(s) -
Osama Abdel-Hafez,
Mohammed Salih,
Feras Aloka,
Kirit Patel
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
bmj case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.231
H-Index - 26
ISSN - 1757-790X
DOI - 10.1136/bcr-2020-235464
Subject(s) - medicine , deep vein , thrombosis , venous thrombosis , surgery , radiology , conservative management
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a common disorder affecting 1 to 2 per 1000 Americans annually, resulting in significant morbidity and mortality. Anticoagulation is the mainstay management strategy for DVT. However, this could prove insufficient in cases where a mechanical obstruction is responsible for the DVT. We are presenting an interesting case of iatrogenic DVT incurred after Prolene suturing of lacerated iliac vein and the management employed for this challenging case with a successful and significant improvement in the clinical outcome.