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Extensive dural sinus thrombosis: successful recanalization with thrombolysis and a novel thrombectomy device.

Abstract
The author presents a novel endovascular treatment approach to extensive dural venous sinus thrombosis using the Penumbra clot aspiration system and local administration of recombinant tissue plasminogen activator. The clinical course, technical treatment aspects, and follow-up are described.
AuthorsKristine A Blackham
JournalJournal of neurosurgery (J Neurosurg) Vol. 114 Issue 1 Pg. 133-5 (Jan 2011) ISSN: 1933-0693 [Electronic] United States
PMID20205511 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Chemical References
  • Fibrinolytic Agents
  • Tissue Plasminogen Activator
Topics
  • Adult
  • Cerebral Angiography
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Female
  • Fibrinolytic Agents (therapeutic use)
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Sinus Thrombosis, Intracranial (diagnostic imaging, therapy)
  • Suction
  • Thrombectomy (instrumentation)
  • Thrombolytic Therapy
  • Tissue Plasminogen Activator (therapeutic use)
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome

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