Thrombectomy removes a blood clot from an artery or vein. In an artery, a sudden clot can cut off blood supply to a limb, which is an emergency. In a vein, a large deep vein clot may be removed to relieve severe swelling and reduce the chance of long-term damage. The clot can be removed by suction or mechanical devices through a catheter, by clot-dissolving medicine, or by a small surgical opening with a balloon catheter.

Patients with a sudden cold, pale or painful limb need immediate hospital care. A vascular specialist in Mumbai assesses the limb, arranges urgent imaging and chooses the quickest safe method. Blood thinners are started and continued afterwards, and the cause of the clot is investigated.

How the Procedure Can Help

Quick clot removal restores blood flow and can save a limb that has suddenly turned cold, painful or pale. In DVT, it can reduce swelling and lower the chance of long-term leg problems.

Risks and Considerations

Bleeding, damage to the vessel wall, returning clots, and strain on the kidneys or muscles when blood flow resumes are possible risks. Blood-thinning medicines are needed afterwards, and the underlying cause of the clot is also investigated.