Long-term results of treatment for axillary subclavian vein thrombosis.
Publication/Presentation Date
8-1-1993
Abstract
Thrombolytic therapy is an effective method for reopening an occluded venous segment, but little is known about the long-term results of thrombolysis via direct intravenous route for axillary subclavian vein thrombosis (ASVT). Our experience with 13 cases of primary ASVT illustrates the possible advantages of a protocol consisting of lytic therapy, surgical decompression and percutaneous balloon angioplasty if a high-grade stenosis persists. If accompanied by adjunctive therapy to correct the underlying cause, thrombolytic therapy for ASVT results in acceptable long-term symptom relief and vein patency.
Volume
36
Issue
4
First Page
365
Last Page
371
ISSN
0008-428X
Published In/Presented At
Malcynski, J., O'Donnell, T. F., Jr, Mackey, W. C., & Millan, V. A. (1993). Long-term results of treatment for axillary subclavian vein thrombosis. Canadian journal of surgery. Journal canadien de chirurgie, 36(4), 365–371.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
8370019
Department(s)
Department of Surgery
Document Type
Article