When is pediatric heart surgery necessary?
Pediatric heart surgery is required for complex congenital heart defects that can't be managed with medications or less invasive procedures.
What is pediatric heart catheterization?
Pediatric heart catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat heart conditions using thin tubes known as catheters. These catheters are inserted through blood vessels.
What is the commonest heart disease in children?
The most common heart disease in children is hole in the heart (Septal defect), which is a structural problem with the heart that is present at birth. These defects can vary in severity and may require medical intervention or surgery.
What are the different types of thrombectomy?
There are primarily two types of thrombectomy. Surgical thrombectomy involves making an incision on a blocked blood vessel. It cuts open a blood vessel, removes the clot using a balloon, and repairs the blood vessels. Percutaneous thrombectomy involves introducing instruments into the vessel to cause thrombolysis. Some of the techniques include: Catheter-induced thrombectomy, along with thrombolysis Catheter-directed aspiration thrombectomy Catheter-directed thrombolysis
How long should one take bed rest after undergoing a thrombectomy?
A 12-hour bed rest is considered adequate after an acute ischemic stroke episode. However, it may be associated with reduced neurological deficit at discharge, shorter length of stay, and reduced readmission rates within 30 days.
Is thrombectomy an invasive procedure?
Thrombectomy is a minimally invasive procedure. This means that the surgeon can perform surgery in a minimally operative field. It is a better method than performing an open surgery.
How effective is thrombectomy?
Sometimes thrombectomy combined with thrombolysis is used to cause clot lysis. Thrombolysis is also usually done before thrombectomy to break down the blood clot. However, thrombectomy is the preferred treatment method for people experiencing acute stroke. When it is performed within 24 hours of experiencing an acute attack, it can prevent disability. Thrombectomy should be performed within six hours of the onset of symptoms.
What conditions can be treated by thrombectomy?
Thrombectomy can treat conditions like pulmonary embolism, stroke, lack of blood flow to the heart, and deep venous thrombosis. It can also treat arrhythmia and atherosclerosis.
When should one consult a doctor after undergoing a thrombectomy?
One should consult a doctor if one experiences bleeding, weakness, chest pain, breathing problems, and light-headedness. Such symptoms usually signify the presence of complications or dislodgement of the thrombus.
Who is eligible for a thrombectomy?
About 10% of stroke patients are eligible for thrombectomy every year. It is usually done in those patients for whom it is a powerful intervention.
