Nikolaos Galanakis: Percutaneous Mechanical Thrombectomy has Emerged as a Valuable Treatment Option in Acute Limb Ischemia
Nikolaos Galanakis, Assistant Professor of Interventional Radiology Medical School / University of Crete, shared a post on LinkedIn:
“IRchalenge day 4…
Percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy (PMT) has emerged as a valuable treatment option in acute limb ischemia (ALI), offering rapid restoration of arterial flow while minimizing the risks associated with open surgery or prolonged thrombolysis. By mechanically fragmenting and removing thrombotic material, PMT provides rapid reperfusion, a key determinant for limb salvage and prevention of ischemic complications.
A 67-year-old male presented with ALI due to acute thrombosis of a femoropopliteal bypass graft, originally created for treatment of a popliteal artery aneurysm. The patient underwent percutaneous pharmacomechanical thrombectomy using the AngioJet device and angioplasty, achieving significant restoration of arterial flow.
This is the power of IR. Keep the momentum going at CIRSE2025!”


Find more onĀ Hemostasis Today.
-
Jun 14, 2026, 22:49Cihan Ay: From First Oral Presentation to Pro and Con Debate – A 20-Year EHA Journey
-
Jun 14, 2026, 19:54Tareq Abadl: What Happens If You Transfuse the Wrong Blood Group?
-
Jun 14, 2026, 19:46Amber Yates: Stretching Scientific Muscles in Areas of Hematology – Day 2 at EHA 2026
-
Jun 14, 2026, 19:41Peter Loffelhardt: Thousands of People Coming in – Second Day at EHA 2026
-
Jun 14, 2026, 19:38Jecko Thachil: Can We Predict and Prevent Bleeding in APL?
-
Jun 14, 2026, 19:32Highlights from Day 1 at the EHC Leadership Conference 2026
-
Jun 14, 2026, 18:01Ahmar U. Zaidi: The First Pivotal Study of a New Mechanism in Sickle Cell Disease
-
Jun 14, 2026, 18:00Lennart Lenk: Witnessing Former Boss Deliver a Plenary Talk at EHA 2026
-
Jun 14, 2026, 18:00Priya Sriskandarajah: Great Presentations on Recent Advances in Myelofibrosis at EHA 2026