catheter-directed thrombolysis

Catheter-directed thrombolysis is a medical procedure used to treat blood clots in the body. During this process, a doctor inserts a thin, flexible tube called a catheter into a blood vessel, usually through a small incision. The catheter is guided to the location of the clot, and a special medication is delivered directly to dissolve the clot. This technique helps restore normal blood flow and can reduce the risk of complications, such as tissue damage or organ failure, associated with large clots. It is often used in conditions like deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.