Very late stent thrombosis (VLST) refers to ST occurring more than 1 year after the index PCI. 2. VLST is a potentially life-threatening complication of DES that usually presents as acute myocardial infarction (MI) or sudden death. Why do drug eluting stents cause thrombosis? The drug coating is depleted andRead More →
Hematuria Hematuria (blood in the urine) will always be present following the procedure and usually lasts until a few days after the ureteral stent is removed. The amount of blood in the urine is typically heaviest over the first one to two days. Do and don’ts after stent removal? Don’tRead More →
These may include: Pain or burning when you urinate. A frequent need to urinate without being able to pass much urine. Pain in the flank, which is just below the rib cage and above the waist on either side of the back. Blood in your urine. A fever. How longRead More →