Topic
Acute Limb Ischemia (ALI)
Podcasts
Vascular & IR # 674Sep 11, 2026Treatment Strategies for Acute & Chronic Limb Ischemia
How do you choose between thrombolysis, mechanical thrombectomy, or open surgery for acute limb ischemia, and what options remain when there’s no vessel to open? On this episode of the BackTable Podcast, host Dr. Chris Beck is joined by vascular surgeon Dr. Anahita Dua (Massachusetts General Hospital) and interventional radiologist Dr. Ripal Gandhi (Miami Cardiac and Vascular Institute) to explore treatment strategies across the full spectrum of limb ischemia. They discuss presentation and referral patterns, the imaging and exam findings that start the clock, single-session mechanical thrombectomy, the evolving role of lysis, procedural endpoints, and deep vein arterialization for chronic limb-threatening ischemia.
CathMasters # 3Jun 16, 2026Crisis Control: VA-ECMO - An Ischemic Leg!
CathMasters tackle the management of limb ischemia — one of the most feared complications of peripheral VA-ECMO (veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) and large-bore mechanical circulatory support (MCS). Through the case of a 50-year-old woman with ischemic cardiomyopathy on VA-ECMO and Impella CP who develops right leg ischemia, the team walks through bedside assessment of the ischemic limb, equipment and technique for placing a distal perfusion catheter (DPC) on an existing ECMO circuit, strategies to mitigate limb ischemia with Impella, assessment of vascular patency during large-bore access removal, and the recognition and management of compartment syndrome. Audio editing for this episode was performed by CardioNerds Intern, Dr. Julia Marques Fernandes.
- Vascular & IR # 625Mar 17, 2026
Managing Acute Arterial Thrombosis: Devices & Approaches
The advent of newer thrombectomy devices has turned what were once hours-long surgical cutdowns into endovascular cases that last under an hour. In this episode of BackTable, host Dr. Sabeen Dhand is joined by Dr. Shang Loh from the University of Pennsylvania and Dr. Khanjan Nagarsheth from the University of Maryland to discuss the evolution of arterial thrombectomy devices and modern techniques for acute arterial occlusions.
Cardiology # 2Sep 16, 2025Cardiogenic Shock Management: Latest Strategies & Innovations
In 2024, the DanGer Shock trial changed cardiogenic shock guidelines and affected practice patterns internationally. This episode of the BackTable Cardiology Podcast explores tips, tricks, and best practices in utilizing Impella, ECMO, and national initiatives to most effectively treat patients with cardiogenic shock. Host Dr. Sameh Sayfo interviews Dr. Amir Kaki, a noted interventional cardiologist and Director of Mechanical Circulatory Support and Complex PCI at Henry Ford St. John Hospital in Detroit.
- Cardiology # 1Sep 16, 2025
Large Bore Access: Tools, Techniques & Tips
What are the biggest challenges in large bore access and closure? In our inaugural episode of the BackTable Cardiology Podcast, Dr. Hady Lichaa hosts Dr. Jason Wollmuth, an interventional cardiologist renowned for his expertise in large bore access techniques.
- Vascular & IR # 424Mar 12, 2024
Acute Limb Ischemia Diagnosis & Treatment
In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, host Dr. Chris Beck interviews guest Dr. Dean Ferrera about treating acute limb ischemia with mechanical thrombectomy. Dr. Ferrera is an interventional cardiologist at Community Care Network in northwestern Indiana.
- Vascular & IR # 418Feb 20, 2024
Acute Limb Ischemia: Timing, Technology & Triage
In this episode, host Dr. Sabeen Dhand interviews Dr. Charles Bailey about Limb Alert, a hospital protocol devised to expedite the diagnosis and treatment of patients presenting with acute limb ischemia. Dr. Bailey is a vascular surgeon and the Director of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and Limb Salvage at the University of South Florida.
- Vascular & IR # 315Apr 24, 2023
Arterial Thrombectomy
In this episode, host Dr. Chris Beck interviews Dr. Alexander Ushinsky about his standard workup and treatment when performing arterial thrombectomy in acute limb ischemia (ALI).
- Vascular & IR # 118Mar 29, 2021
Treating Acute Limb Ischemia
Interventional Radiologist Dr. Donald Garbett talks with Dr. Michael Barraza about how he approaches acute limb ischemia, including different endovascular techniques for removing acute arterial clot.