Upper limb artery angioplasty
Dilation and stenting of arm arteries (subclavian, axillary) for symptomatic stenosis.
The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.
What does this intervention involve?
Background
Subclavian artery stenosis (subclavian steal with dizziness, arm ischemia) or axillary stenosis, sometimes related to dialysis access.
Benefits
Blood flow restoration, symptom resolution.
Procedure
Balloon and/or stent placed via femoral or brachial approach. Duration: about 1 hour.
Risks
Dissection, embolism, stroke (if near vertebral arteries), restenosis.
Recovery
Short hospitalization. Antiplatelet therapy. Doppler follow-up.
Practical information
Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).
This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.
Doctors and centers/departments performing this intervention
2 doctors
Dr Vincent DUROUS
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay
Dr Nicolas VILLARD
Radiologue interventionnelLausanne