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Category Archives: Case Studies

Discover our extensive range of case studies, each one offering a unique perspective on the intricacies and successes of modern endovascular treatment approaches for a variety of complex cardiovascular and venous conditions.

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Case Study: Successful Revascularization in Critical Limb Ischemia

Case Study: Successful Revascularization in Critical Limb Ischemia Let’s dive into the details…. Patient Profile: Age: 67-year-old male Medical History: Type II diabetes mellitus, diabetic neuropathy, dyslipidemia, bilateral lower limb arterial occlusive disease, and hypertension Symptoms: Bilateral lower extremity pain (more severe on the left side) and a medium-sized plantar ulcer on the left forefoot …Continue reading

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Case Highlight of the Week: Successful Revascularization for Left Hallux Ulcer

Case Highlight of the Week: Successful Revascularization for Left Hallux Ulcer Patient Profile: 75-year-old male with a complex medical history, including systemic hypertension, hyperlipidemia, DM, and atrial fibrillation. He recently presented with a troublesome left hallux ulcer, which had persisted for three weeks, causing considerable discomfort. Diagnostic Process: Upon examination, we observed diminished distal pulses …Continue reading

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Successful Revascularization of Infra-Popliteal Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) in a Pt. with Critical Limb Ischemia

Successful Revascularization of Infra-Popliteal Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) in a Pt. with Critical Limb Ischemia Patient Profile: 72-year-old male, hypertension, dyslipidemia, stable coronary artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, and chronic venous insufficiency. Chief Complaint of non-healing chronic ulcer on the dorsum of the right foot persisting for 3 months, Moderate to severe claudication affecting the …Continue reading

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Case Study: Successful Stenting in May-Thurner Syndrome

Case Study: Successful Stenting in May-Thurner Syndrome Patient Profile: Age: 28-year-old athletic female Chief Complaint: Diffuse left leg swelling and tenderness Diagnostic Findings: Lower extremity venous ultrasound revealed thrombotic occlusion of the left common femoral vein, extending into the iliac veins. Incompressible, echogenic material was present. A subsequent CT angiogram revealed a significant compression of …Continue reading

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Clinical Case Spotlight on Early Vascular Screening

#PADAwarenessMonth: Clinical Case Spotlight on Early Vascular Screening In the arena of endovascular intervention, early diagnosis of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) can be a game-changer. This month, I’m presenting a case that emphasizes this critical point. Clinical Background: 74-year-old male PMH: PAD, DM2, HTN, HLD, CKD Stage 3 Clinical Presentation: Severe claudication, right lower limb …Continue reading

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Case Study: DVT Treatment

Case Study: DVT Treatment 62-year-old male with metastatic prostate carcinoma, undergoing chemotherapy. Symptoms: 7-week left leg edema, suspected cellulitis unresponsive to antibiotics, impacting daily activities. Clinical Examination: Left extremity showed erythematous edema, indurated skin, and tenderness; normal contralateral limb and overall system exams. Diagnostics: Included a CECT scan revealing a thrombus and soft tissue mass …Continue reading