Iliofemoral Venous Stenting (May-Thurner)

Stent placement in iliac veins for compression (May-Thurner) or post-thrombotic sequelae.

Venous Vascular

Iliofemoral Venous Stenting (May-Thurner)

Synonyms : iliac vein stent, May-Thurner syndrome treatment, post-thrombotic stenting

Background

May-Thurner syndrome or post-thrombotic syndrome causing chronic leg swelling.

Procedure

Phlebography, pressure measurement, dedicated stent deployment. Duration: 1-2 hours.

Risks

Stent thrombosis, restenosis, pulmonary embolism.

Recovery

Prolonged anticoagulation. Regular Doppler follow-up.

Practical information

Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).