Abstract
Abstract Background Several methods have been postulated for the treatment of acute on chronic lower limb ischemia; among them, the hybrid procedure (combined open thrombectomy and angioplasty) is gaining popularity .It is aimed at clearing the vessel and treating the underlying vessel lesion in one step. Patients and Methods A total of 23 patients admitted to the vascular department were eligible for inclusion in this study. They were subjected to thromboembolectomy, followed by endovascular balloon dilatation with or without stenting. Data regarding the risk factors, procedure success, and complications were recorded. Results Hybrid procedures showed 91.6% immediate technical success and 82.6% primary limb salvage rate up to 6 months with accepted minor complications. and no major complications Conclusion The hybrid procedure provides an accepted outcome in treating immediately limb- threatening acute on chronic lower limb ischemia.
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