Ep. 424 Acute Limb Ischemia Diagnosis and Treatment with Dr. Dean Ferrera

In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, host Dr. Chris Beck interviews guest Dr. Dean Ferrera about treating acute limb ischemia with mechanical thrombectomy. Dr. Ferrera is an interventional cardiologist at Community Care Network in northwestern Indiana.

Dr. Ferrera emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, early detection, and selection of appropriate intervention techniques. He also discusses threading issues, bleeding complications, use of lysis, and understanding the nature of clots. He recommends thrombectomy systems such as the Pounce Thrombectomy System for removing thrombus and embolus. Furthermore, Dr. Ferrera highlights the significance of continued learning and mentorship in managing these complex conditions.

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SHOW NOTES

00:00 - Introduction

04:21 - Patient Presentation and Workup

09:23 - Treatment Options for Acute Limb Ischemia

17:48 - Crossing the Clot and Treatment Options

25:18 - Device Capabilities and Limitations

28:43 - Procedure Steps and Reusability

31:26 - Device Selection and Aspiration Devices

37:07 - Post-Procedure Considerations and Follow-Up

43:16 - Complications and Risk Management

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RESOURCES

Pounce Thrombectomy System:

https://pouncesystem.com/

Thrombus Structural Composition in Cardiovascular Disease:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34261330/