Management of iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis with distal involvement

J Cardiovasc Surg (Torino). 2024 Feb;65(1):32-37. doi: 10.23736/S0021-9509.23.12910-7. Epub 2024 Jan 23.

Abstract

Endovascular treatment of iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis (IF DVT) can become more complex when thrombus extends below the knee. This article discusses various techniques that can be used to treat IF DVT with distal involvement.

MeSH terms

  • Catheterization, Peripheral*
  • Endovascular Procedures* / adverse effects
  • Femoral Vein / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Iliac Vein / diagnostic imaging
  • Thrombolytic Therapy / methods
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Venous Thrombosis* / diagnostic imaging
  • Venous Thrombosis* / therapy