Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Practice Test

Which device is considered best for managing an acute thrombus in a vessel?

1. Balloon angioplasty

2. Stent placement

3. Angioget

4. Rotational atherectomy

The correct answer is: Angioget

The Angioget device is specifically designed for the management of acute thrombus in a vessel. This device uses a form of thrombectomy, which directly removes the clot from the blood vessel. The mechanism involves a catheter that can capture the thrombus and allows for its extraction, facilitating improved blood flow in the affected area. In cases of acute thrombosis, timely intervention is crucial to minimize potential damage to tissues and organs due to lack of blood supply. Angioget’s targeted approach makes it suitable for quickly addressing such urgent medical situations. Other methods, while effective for different circumstances, do not offer the same direct and focused action on an acute thrombus. Balloon angioplasty and stent placement are typically used for reopening narrowed or blocked vessels rather than specifically addressing thrombus. Rotational atherectomy, while useful for treating calcified lesions, is not intended for acute clot removal and is best suited for differing types of vascular blockages. Thus, Angioget emerges as the best choice for managing an acute thrombus.