Retrospective Comparison of the Amplatz Thrombectomy Device with Modified Pulse-Spray Pharmacomechanical Thrombolysis in the Treatment of Thrombosed Hemodialysis Access Grafts

Abstract

The ATD and modified PPT were similarly successful in the recanalization of thrombosed hemodialysis access grafts and achieved comparable primary patency rates. The higher rate of local complications and technical difficulties encountered with use of the 8-F ATD limit its usefulness for this indication.