Diagnostic tests, advanced endovascular procedures and hybrid techniques are performed, working closely with the Hospital's vascular surgery clinics and using state-of-the-art equipment.
Diagnostic Angiography (arteriography, venography)
Study and imaging of the body’s vessels to identify abnormalities of the walls, stenoses, aneurysms etc.
It is performed using the most contemporary method, without waiting. Patients are admitted to the one-day clinic for one hour.
Angioplasty (balloon, stent)
In the event of vascular disease, the case is assessed by a multidisciplinary medical team and the indicated method is proposed.
For the endovascular treatment of a narrowed or completely blocked vessel, the treatment of choice is angioplasty and/or stent placement, i.e. opening of the artery.
The procedure is painless and is performed under local or twilight anesthesia.
In our department, the materials we use (balloons, stents, etc.) are procured from the best manufacturers in the world.
Treatment of Aneurysms
In the case of aneurysmal disease, a multidisciplinary team of specialists recommends the best treatment (endoluminal, hybrid or open repair). At Metropolitan Hospital, we have the experience that is required to encounter complications or dysfunctions with grafts have been placed at any site (treatment of endoleaks).
Thrombolysis / Thrombectomy
Thrombolysis is the technique whereby specific agents are infused into the vessel via fine catheters and the obstructing thrombus is dispersed.
We have extensive experience in endovascular or combined treatment of arterial thrombosis, with special intra-arterial thrombolysis techniques.
Treatment of Deep Venous Thrombosis / Pulmonary Embolism
Treatment of both acute and chronic deep vein thrombosis by thrombolysis, thromboaspiration, stenting and treatment of severe pulmonary embolism.
Inferior Vena Cava Filter
Placement of a temporary or permanent inferior vena cava filter under local anesthesia.
We also safely and painlessly remove ICF filters without this requiring hospitalization.
Embolization for Vascular Malformations, Hemangiomas, etc.
At our department, a team of qualified doctors treat various types of vascular malformations, including hemangiomas, arteriovenous communications, venous malformations, etc.
We have extensive experience in superselective embolization, sclerotherapy, etc. for both children and adults.
Hemorrhagic Management
Intra-arterial embolizations in emergency hemorrhagic cases. These may be spontaneous, postoperative, post-traumatic, etc.
We manage hemorrhaging of the lungs, bones, soft tissue, upper and lower GI, kidneys, lower urinary system, pelvis, uterus and more.
Management of Pseudoaneurysms
The management of pseudoaneurysms is performed percutaneously with simple aspiration, intra-arterially, or a combination of both methods.]
Endovascular Foreign Body Retrieval
Where a foreign body is present in an artery or vein, foreign body retrieval may be performed.
Placement of Central Venous Catheters, Hemodialysis Catheters, PICC Line, Port, etc.
Central venous catheters are used for many reasons, including fluid infusions, parenteral feeding, long-term administration of antibiotics and other medications, chemotherapy, transfusions, hemodialysis, and more.
Catheter insertion does not require hospitalization. It is performed painlessly under guided ultrasound and digital subtraction angiography.