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Comment by grimpeur Commented Jan 6, 2011

Impact factor: 24

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I've used this device for more than 1000 hemodialysis thrombectomy procedures (grafts and fistulas) and I've found it to be a useful device. However, the PTD does not remove thrombus, it only macerates the thrombus. The residual thrombus fragments should be removed by another method (i.e. aspiration). Compared to standard percutaneous thrombectomy techniques (aspiration, balloons, etc) this device is much more expensive.

The PTD can definitely be used within metal stents and stent grafts; I've done it many times. However, be cautious when using it within broken stents. I've wrapped up a couple of them.

Comment by ralphjackson Commented Feb 1, 2008

Impact factor: 5

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Used the device many times in AV fistulas and grafts with great success. I have used it in a stent in a thrombosed TIPS with 'interesting' results. See accompanying image.

Comment by davec Commented Jan 28, 2008

Impact factor: 105

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Seems excellent in our hands. Used in 6 fistulae so far with good success. Personally would never use in a stent !

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