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Thrombolytic therapy is a medical treatment option that can be used to dissolve and remove dangerous blood clots from the body. These dangerous blood clots are usually located in the major arteries and veins that send blood to the heart and brain. Removing the clot will improve blood flow and prevent any serious complications caused by the blood clots. Starting thrombolytic therapy as soon as possible can vastly reduce the risk of experiencing any problems associated with your blood clots.
Thrombolytic therapy works by delivering a series of drugs specifically designed to break up and dissolve blood clots in the body. These drugs may be administered through an IV or a catheter that has been placed in the body near the site of the dangerous blood clot. At Miami Vein Center, a treatment referred to as catheter-directed thrombolysis can be used. If the clot is located in your heart, then the session may only last about an hour. Blood clots in the rest of the body may require thrombolytic therapy sessions for approximately two days.
Thrombolytic therapy is primarily used in emergency situations, so you will not have much time to prepare for the treatment. It is important to note that avoiding thrombolytic therapy may result in more serious complications.
If thrombolytic therapy is administered promptly, then it can be extremely effective at removing all problematic blood clots. Once the blood clot is completely dissolved, then your symptoms should be eliminated immediately. You will likely need to be checked out after the thrombolytic therapy session is completed to ensure that there are no residual blood clots hiding somewhere in your body. You should also consider making a few lifestyle changes to ensure that you will not develop more dangerous blood clots in the future.
Blood clots may not seem like a big deal to some people, but they can lead to life-threatening symptoms if you are not careful. Thrombolytic therapy still remains the best treatment option to remove blood clots in dangerous emergency situations.
To get all the facts about thrombolytic therapy and how this treatment may be beneficial for treating your blood clots, make an appointment with the highly qualified professionals at Miami Vein Center in Miami. Board certified vascular surgeon Dr. Almeida and his medical team will be happy to answer any questions you may have about this effective treatment option. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation to learn more.
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