Table 2 IVC recanalization.
Variables | Data |
|---|---|
IVC recanalization | n = 31 |
J-type blunt needle | 17 (54.8%) |
Blunt head of guide wire | 14 (45.2%) |
Upwards recanalization from FV | 3 (9.7%) |
Downwards recanalization from JV | 28 (90.3%) |
Diameter of large balloon, mm (n = 28) | 25.8 ± 3.0 (range 20–30) |
Diameter of small balloon, mm (n = 12) | 12.1 ± 3.0 (range 8–16) |
Predilation by long sheath | 12 (35.3%) |
Catheter directed thrombolysis | 4 (11.8%) |
Retrieval stent placement | 2 (5.9%) |
Permanent stent placement | 3 (8.8%) |
Perioperative complications | |
Bleeding of IVC | 2 (5.9%) |
Bleeding of femoral vein | 1 (2.9%) |
