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Catheter Directed Pharmacomechanical Thrombolysis (CDT)

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Catheter Directed Pharmacomechanical Thrombolysis (CDT)

Catheter Directed Pharmacomechanical Thrombolysis (CDT) is a minimally invasive procedure used to dissolve blood clots in veins or arteries. A catheter is guided directly to the clot site where clot-busting medicines and mechanical devices are used to break it down, restoring normal blood flow quickly and safely.

Treatments

  • Catheter-guided delivery of thrombolytic drugs to dissolve clots.
  • Mechanical fragmentation or suction to remove the clot.
  • Balloon angioplasty or stent placement if required to keep vessels open.
  • Performed under imaging guidance for precision.

Symptoms and Causes

Symptoms that may require CDT:
  • Sudden swelling of limbs
  • Pain or tenderness in the leg/arm
  • Skin discoloration or warmth
  • Shortness of breath or chest pain (in severe cases)
Common Causes of Clots:
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Immobility or prolonged bed rest
  • Recent surgery or trauma
  • Cancer or clotting disorders
  • Lifestyle factors like smoking or obesity

Prevention

  • Stay physically active and avoid long periods of immobility
  • Maintain a healthy weight and diet
  • Stay hydrated
  • Use compression stockings if at risk
  • Follow medical advice after surgery or hospital stays