Mechanical thrombectomy using a stent retriever is an advanced method for removing blood clots from the arteries of the brain. This procedure is a minimally invasive way to treat patients who suffer from stroke caused by a blocked artery. The stent retriever is designed to capture and remove blood clots and restore blood flow to the brain. This technique has shown great promise in improving outcomes for stroke patients, reducing the risk of disability and death.
The procedure is performed under sedation or general anesthesia. A small incision is made in the artery at the groin and a catheter is inserted through the artery and guided to the blocked artery in the brain using X-ray imaging. The stent retriever is then deployed into the blocked artery and gently removed along with the blood clot. This process is repeated until the blood flow is restored to the affected area of the brain.
Studies have shown that using a stent retriever is significantly more effective than traditional treatments for acute stroke. The procedure is associated with higher rates of successful recanalization, which means that the artery is cleared of the clot and blood flow is restored. This technique has also been shown to reduce disability rates and improve survival rates for stroke patients.
Mechanical thrombectomy using a stent retriever is typically used to treat patients who have experienced a severe stroke or who are not eligible for treatment with thrombolytic drugs. Thrombolytic drugs work to dissolve blood clots but must be given within a narrow time frame after the onset of stroke symptoms. Mechanical thrombectomy can be performed up to 24 hours after symptoms begin, making it a viable treatment option for many patients who might otherwise have limited options.
DredgerTM Revascularization Device is one of the most comprehensive thrombectomy stent retriever device currently on the market to meet clinical needs.
1. Smaller diameter, can be used for 1.5mm blood vessels
2. Longer length, all 3/4/5/6/7mm series have 30mm length.
3. More complete specifications, 3/4/5/6/7mm full series coverage.
4. Suitable for distal small vessel embolization
5. Suitable for large load thrombus in the proximal internal carotid artery and middle cerebral artery.
Mechanical thrombectomy using a stent retriever is an innovative and highly effective technique for treating acute stroke. This minimally invasive procedure offers a promising alternative to traditional treatments and has the potential to greatly improve outcomes for patients suffering from this debilitating condition. While there are risks associated with the procedure, the benefits have been shown to significantly outweigh the risks in most cases. With continued advances in technology and techniques, it is likely that mechanical thrombectomy using a stent retriever will become an increasingly important tool in the fight against stroke.