ELVIS Procedure
ELVIS Procedure is a medical procedure used in the treatment of vascular disease. The name ELVIS is an acronym for Endo-Luminal Vascular Interventional Surgery. This procedure is minimally invasive and is used to treat conditions such as peripheral artery disease and carotid artery disease.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The ELVIS Procedure involves the use of a catheter, which is a thin tube that is inserted into a blood vessel. The catheter is guided to the area of the blood vessel that is blocked or narrowed. Once the catheter is in place, a balloon at the end of the catheter is inflated to open up the blood vessel and improve blood flow. This procedure is also known as angioplasty.
Procedure[edit | edit source]
The ELVIS Procedure is performed under local anesthesia. The patient is awake during the procedure but does not feel any pain. The procedure begins with the doctor making a small incision in the skin over the blood vessel to be treated. The catheter is then inserted into the blood vessel and guided to the area of the blockage or narrowing. Once the catheter is in place, the balloon at the end of the catheter is inflated to open up the blood vessel. The balloon is then deflated and the catheter is removed. The incision in the skin is then closed.
Risks and Complications[edit | edit source]
Like any medical procedure, the ELVIS Procedure carries some risks. These include the risk of infection, bleeding, and damage to the blood vessel. There is also a risk that the blood vessel may become blocked again after the procedure. However, these risks are generally low and the procedure is considered safe for most patients.
Aftercare[edit | edit source]
After the ELVIS Procedure, patients are usually able to go home the same day. They are advised to rest and avoid strenuous activity for a few days. Patients are also given medications to prevent blood clots and to manage any pain or discomfort.
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