Thrombectomy

• Thrombectomy is a medical procedure to remove blood clots from blood vessels, restoring blood flow.

• It's used in various situations, including stroke, heart attack, and pulmonary embolism.

• The procedure can be performed surgically or using minimally invasive techniques, such as mechanical thrombectomy.

Common Applications

• Stroke: Thrombectomy can be crucial in treating ischemic strokes caused by blood clots blocking brain arteries.

• Heart Attack:It can be used to remove clots in coronary arteries, restoring blood flow to the heart muscle.

• Pulmonary Embolism: Thrombectomy can remove clots in the pulmonary arteries, which can be life-threatening.