Surgical and Endovascular Treatment for Moderate-to-Severe Postthrombotic Syndrome with Substantial Disability

In patients with moderate-to-severe postthrombotic syndrome (PTS) whose symptoms cause substantial disability and limitations in daily life, certain interventional approaches may be considered when appropriately selected.

Clinical Scenario

This protocol applies to patients with established postthrombotic syndrome at moderate-to-severe severity who experience significant functional impairment and life limitations attributable to their venous disease — a population where conservative measures alone may not adequately address the burden of disease.

Treatment Approach

The approach for this scenario involves surgical or endovascular procedures — including certain venous reconstructive techniques — considered in appropriately selected patients. Consultation with an experienced subspecialist in complex venous disease is an important part of the evaluation process.

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References

DOI: 10.1007/s11239-015-1312-5

Surgical or endovascular procedures such as venous valve repair, venous bypass and venous stents to treat appropriately selected PTS patients have potential to decrease post-thrombotic manifestations that are attributable to deep vein obstruction or VR.
Rather, the opportunity to consult with an endovascular subspecialist who is experienced with the assessment and management of complex venous disease may be appropriate to discuss with selected patients with moderate-to-severe PTS who have substantial disability and life limitations.

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