Utilization of the Wallstent for the treatment of innominate vein obstruction: a case report

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Sinai Samaritan Medical Center

Abstract

Debilitating obstruction of the large veins may occur from external compression, neointimal proliferation or thrombosis. Appropriate interventions are contingent upon the underlying etiology and the local vascular anatomy. A case of innominate vein obstruction is presented illustrating the available intravascular therapeutic options, with special emphasis placed on intravenous stenting.

Document Type

Case Report

PubMed ID

8062374

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