Fogarty thrombectomy

What does "Fogarty thrombectomy" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A Fogarty thrombectomy is a medical procedure used to remove a blood clot from a blood vessel. The process involves inserting a small balloon into the blood vessel, inflating it to catch the clot, and then pulling it out. This procedure is named after its inventor, Dr. Thomas J. Fogarty. It is commonly used to treat conditions where blood flow is blocked, such as in the case of a stroke.

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