Adding intravascular ultrasound energy does not improve the efficacy of catheter-directed thrombolysis therapy in patients with acute iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis (DVT), according to a randomized ...

This section describes efficacy outcomes from the published literature that the Committee considered as part of the evidence about this procedure. For more detailed information on the evidence, see ...

In essence, all of these devices are used to decrease the time taken for thrombus removal and possibly to reduce the risk of prolonged infusion (Box 1). Percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy (PMT) ...

The use of ultrasound waves for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) may help dissolve blood clots in less time than using clot-busting drugs alone, according to researchers at Emory University. “These clots ...

Ultrasound waves could be used effectively in treating deep vein thrombosis (DVT). They act faster than clot-busting drugs, according to researchers at Emory University. The study was presented Sunday ...

A condition called DVT (deep vein thrombosis) occurs when a blood clot (a thrombus) forms in the deep leg vein or pelvis, often from prolonged sitting while flying or having a sedentary lifestyle.

Earthquake survivors (n=187) with acute SCI were enrolled after verbal informed consent. Information on mechanism of injury, mode of evacuation, associated injuries was gathered, and a detailed ...

PMT devices can be used as an adjunct to CDT for the aggressive treatment of acute DVT. Although there are no randomized control trials comparing mechanical thrombectomy versus CDT, it is likely that ...

ROCKVILLE, Md., July 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inteleos' Point-of-Care Ultrasound Certification Academy (PCA) and ThinkSono today announced a strategic partnership designed to enhance healthcare ...