Ultrasound-assisted, catheter-directed thrombolysis of acute pulmonary embolism via the subclavian vein: alternative access path
Routinely, the femoral vein is used for access in ultrasound-assisted, catheter-directed thrombolysis (USAT). Presently described is a case of bilateral femoral venous occlusion caused by chronic thrombosis, successfully treated with USAT, using subclavian vein for access.
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KARE Publishing,
2016-10-01T00:00:00Z.
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| Summary: | Routinely, the femoral vein is used for access in ultrasound-assisted, catheter-directed thrombolysis (USAT). Presently described is a case of bilateral femoral venous occlusion caused by chronic thrombosis, successfully treated with USAT, using subclavian vein for access. |
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| Item Description: | 1016-5169 10.5543/tkda.2016.66178 |