Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi sets new standard in cardiovascular care with AlphaVac procedure
ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of the M42 group, has successfully performed the AlphaVac thrombectomy, marking a significant milestone in advanced vascular care.The AlphaVac device is a vacuum-assisted medical tool used to remove dangerous blood clots from the body, particularly large veins in the heart and lungs.This minimally invasive, catheter-based technique helps reduce the risk of postoperative complications compared to traditional open-heart surgery.The breakthrough procedure was performed by the hospital's Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute (HVTI) on a critically ill 70-year-old patient with multiple severe underlying health conditions, including hypertension, chronic kidney disease, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeats).The patient also had coronary artery disease and aortic valve stenosis, which is the narrowing of the heart's blood vessels and main valve, which had previously required her to undergo open-heart surgery.Dr. Georges-Pascal Haber, CEO of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, stated, 'As medical advancements rapidly accelerate, building a sustainable healthcare system requires a relentless commitment to innovation. Over the past decade, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has integrated cutting-edge technologies that improve patient outcomes and transform complex care delivery.'Dr. Houssam Younes, Department Chair, Vascular Surgery, Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, said, "The AlphaVac offers a distinct minimally invasive advantage with its innovative nitinol basket and expandable funnel tip. It allows us to efficiently engage and remove large clot burdens with minimal blood loss."This case highlights the serious risks of lead infections and demonstrates how Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is changing the landscape of high-risk cardiovascular care.
Using the latest technology, the team safely removed the clot and the pacemaker, resolving the infection and ultimately helping the patient recover with minimal disruption.
Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
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