Do you experience sudden pains in the legs, swelling that appears without a cause or even sudden shortness of breath? This may not only be tiredness but it may be an indication of Deep Vein thrombosis (DVT) or Pulmonary Embolism (PE), which are severe conditions that are triggered by blood clots that obstruct your veins or lungs. These clots may be safely dissolved or removed in cases of modern therapies such as Thrombolysis and Thrombectomy before they cause permanent harm.
What are DVT and PE?
Deep vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a condition, when a blood clot forms in deep perineal and/or pelvis veins. When some of that clot breaks away and is transmitted to the lungs it causes Pulmonary Embolism (PE) and blocks the blood flow and oxygen supply, a life threatening emergency.
Both conditions require immediate health intervention and certain treatment to prevent the development of such complications as lung damage, constant leg pain, and post-thrombotic syndrome.
What is Thrombolysis?
Thrombolysis is a less painful endovascular surgery, and it is the use of specific drug (blood clot busting drugs) to dissolve potentially deadly blood clots in your veins or lungs. To be more effective and fast, the drug reaches the clot through a small tube.
What is a Thrombectomy?
Thrombectomy involves the process in which the clot is physically extracted with the help of a thin catheter and special suction/mechanical equipment. It is particularly helpful in the case of large clots which may cause a blockage of major veins or arteries and which must be cleared immediately.
Why do blood clots form?
Possible causes of clotting include after surgery or after a long-term travel, weakness, and pregnancy, or secondary to such diseases as cancer, overweight, and hereditary clotting functions.
Why act early?
Because time is valuable. The clot may be split off any time and may go to your lungs or heart causing serious consequences. Timely surgical care can ensure faster recovery and avoid permanent damage.
What then are the causes of a visit to a vascular professional?
In case of swelling of the legs suddenly, chest discomfort or problems in breathing, do not wait. Quick action by an experienced interventional cardiologist can mean the line between life and death.
Benefits of Thrombolysis and Thrombectomy
- Immediate recovery of blood circulation
- Lung or organ damage can be prevented
- Less pain, swelling and discomfort
- Minimally invasive, no significant operation
- Reduction in hospitalization and quicker recovery
- Long term complications prevention