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Mastering Endovascular Techniques Chapter 76
Introduction to Venous Stents and Principles of Stenting

This video explores the evolving landscape of deep venous stenting, a minimally invasive procedure used to treat chronic obstructions in the major veins of the pelvis and legs. The text transitions from a successful clinical case report of a patient with May–Thurner syndrome to a detailed technical overview of diagnostic imaging, specifically emphasising the superiority of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) for precise vessel measurement and stent placement. Key themes include the recent shift from using repurposed arterial hardware to dedicated venous stents made of nitinol, as well as the critical importance of achieving stent expansion and wall apposition to ensure long-term patency. Ultimately, the source serves as a practical roadmap for interventionalists, outlining access strategies, sizing standards, and the management of potential complications like stent migration or fracture.