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What are the the most common complications of atherectomy?
The most common complications are usually related to blood vessel injury when the catheter is inserted and to different heart-related problems due to the moving of the catheter within the heart.
What is an atherectomy?
An atherectomy is a surgical procedure to remove plaque from an artery.
Where is atherectomy performed?
Performed in a cardiac catheterization lab, atherectomy is also called removal of plaque from the coronary arteries. It can be used instead of, or along with, balloon angioplasty. Atherectomy is successful about 95% of the time
Describe atherectomy to treat ischemia?
Atherectomy, in which the surgeon shaves off and removes strips of plaque from the blocked artery.
What types of atherectomy are there?
rotational, directional, and transluminal extraction. Rotational atherectomy uses a high speed rotating shaver to grind up plaque. Directional atherectomy was the first type approved, but is no longer commonly used
What is one of the most serious complications from shigellosis?
One of the most serious complications of this disease is HUS, which involves the kidney.
Can a UTI infection in the blood lead to serious complications"?
Yes, a UTI infection in the blood can lead to serious complications.
How is atherectomy performed?
Atherectomy uses a rotating shaver or other device placed on the end of a catheter to slice away or destroy plaque
Can a UTI in the bloodstream lead to serious complications"?
Yes, a UTI in the bloodstream can lead to serious complications, such as sepsis or kidney damage, if not promptly treated with antibiotics.
What are the serious ocular complications of the treatment of interferon for Hepatitis C?
ocular complications of the treatment of interferon
How is the patient prepared for atherectomy?
The day before atherectomy, the patient takes medication to prevent blood clots and may be asked to bathe and shampoo with an antiseptic skin cleaner
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