Under what circumstances can thrombectomy surgery be performed?
Dec 30, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wu Yan
Introduction
Thrombectomy involves, after completion of anesthesia, inserting a catheter into the patient's artery and injecting contrast agent to observe the size, shape, and location of the blood clot. Then, using a thrombectomy device, the clot is removed through the catheter. This procedure requires specialized expertise. To avoid causing bodily harm, it is recommended to undergo the procedure at a正规 hospital under the guidance of qualified physicians.
Generally, thrombectomy surgery is commonly used for blockages in large blood vessels. The specific procedure is as follows:
1. Administer anesthesia to the patient to ensure they remain pain-free during the procedure.
2. After anesthesia is complete, perform routine sterilization and drape the surgical area.
3. Insert a catheter into the patient's artery and navigate it to the site of the clot.
4. Once the catheter reaches the clot location, inject contrast dye through the catheter to visualize the size, shape, and exact position of the clot.
5. Use a thrombectomy device (such as a clot retrieval forceps) delivered through the catheter to remove the clot.
6. After removing the clot, withdraw the catheter from the artery and apply pressure at the puncture site to prevent bleeding.
7. Upon confirming no abnormalities, complete the procedure.
This procedure requires specialized expertise. To avoid potential harm to the body, it is recommended to undergo the treatment at a正规 medical facility under the guidance of qualified physicians. After surgery, adequate rest is important and patients should avoid strenuous physical activity to promote proper recovery.
