Vacuum device removes dangerous blood clots

Drs. Hady Lichaa and Abdallah El Sabbagh dive into the AngioVac system, which stands out for its ability to safely approach mobile masses while maintaining continuous flow. This is critical given that mobility, size, and protrusion are key predictors of embolization risk. Dr. El Sabbagh explains that the system allows operators to assemble and maneuver the device with greater control. He cautions that very large or firm masses can pose challenges for any aspiration system due to the risk of clog