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Percutaneous Thrombectomy for Embolism

Percutaneous Thrombectomy

A percutaneous thrombectomy is the insertion of a catheter (long, thin, hollow tube) to the site of the embolism, using X-ray guidance. Once the catheter is in place, the catheter is used to break up the embolism or extract it (suck or pull it out). Often performed in conjunction with thrombolytic therapy.

Clinical Trials

Clinical trials are research studies that evaluate a new medical approach, device, drug, or other treatment. As a Stanford Health Care patient, you may have access to the latest, advanced clinical trials.

Open trials refer to studies currently accepting participants. Closed trials are not currently enrolling, but may open in the future.

Open Trials Closed Trials

Submassive and Massive Pulmonary Embolism Treatment With Ultrasound Accelerated Thrombolysis Therapy Pulmonary Embolism

Filter Initial & Long Term Evaluation After Placement and Retrieval Registry Pulmonary Embolism

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Percutaneous Thrombectomy for Embolism