Thrombectomy

Thrombectomy is an emergency surgery to remove blood clots from arteries of legs / hands. It’s a limb saving & life saving procedure.

	When do I need to undergo thrombectomy procedure?
	It’s done when blood clots suddenly blocks the blood supply to legs / hands. If surgery is not performed within 4 to 6 hours after blockage, one may lose his leg / hand.
	How thrombectomy is done?
	By putting a small skin cut, artery with blood clots is exposed. Clots are removed using fogarty catheter & blood supply is again normalized in the leg / hand.
	What is the duration of procedure? How many days I have to remain admitted in hospital?
	Duration of procedure is 1 to 2 hours. You have to remain admitted in hospital for total 2 to 3 days.
	Is it a painful procedure?
	No you will not feel any pain during surgery. Procedure is done under local/spinal/general anesthesia.
	Results of the procedure?
	Excellent results if done within 4 to 6 hours of blockage. With delay in time, the chances of complete recovery reduces. Treatment clots removed Treatment 1 Treatment 2
	Can this problem occur again?
	Yes. You need to take few precautions to prevent this. Precautions Take regular medications Stop tobacco consumption/smoking Strict control of Blood sugar, blood pressure & blood cholesterol levels. Walking Exercises Regular follow up with doctor