J Korean Vasc Surg Soc.
1998 Apr;14(1):152-156.
Foreignbody Removal Using Goose Neck Snare
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Radiology, Hallym University Medical College, Korea.
- 2Department of Surgery, Hallym University Medical College, Korea.
- 3Department of Radiology, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea.
Abstract
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PURPOSE: To valuate the value of goose neck snare in removal of foreignbody in endovascular system.
METHODS
& MATERIAL: Foreignbody removal in endovascular system using goose neck snare were done in 4 cases. In one case, a broken guide-wire was located in left subclaviar vein and in three cases, guide-wires were located in vena cava.
RESULTS
Technical success was achieved in all four cases.
CONCLUSION
Goose neck snare technique is safe and effective in removal of Foreignbody in endovascular system.