Abstract
Atheromatous obstructive lesions of the arch vessels that contain thrombi are at high risk for distal embolization during angioplasty. This can lead to catastrophic neurological complications. We report a case of acute-on-chronic ischemia of the left upper limb due to thrombus-containing subclavian artery stenosis. After placement of an intravascular filter device, angioplasty and stent implantation successfully relieved the stenosis without any complications.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 262-264 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Indian Heart Journal |
| Volume | 55 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| State | Published - May 2003 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Angioplasty
- Distal protection
- Endovascular therapy
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine