Transvenous pulmonary embolectomy for acute massive pulmonary embolism.

Abstract

Transvenous pulmonary embolectomy employing a vacuum-cupped directionally controlled catheter is a relatively new technique used in the management of major pulmonary embolism. We present the findings in a patient with acute massive pulmonary embolism who underwent transvenous pulmonary embolectomy, with immediate and marked improvement in hemodynamic function and survival. Insertion of a new intracaval filter at the same time provided protection against recurrent thromboembolism.

• Authors: W G Scoggins, L J Greenfield
• Journal: Chest (Chest) Vol. 71 Issue 2 Pg. 213-6 (Feb 1977) ISSN: 0012-3692 [Print] United States
• PMID: 832495 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article, Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.)

Topics

• Acute Disease
• Catheterization
• Filtration (instrumentation)
• Humans
• Male
• Middle Aged
• Pulmonary Embolism (surgery)