CINCINNATI (June 17, 2024) – The Christ Hospital Health Network is the first health system in Ohio to use the INARI VenaCore device for those suffering with chronic deep-vein thrombosis (DVT). Venous Thromboembolism causes a blood clot, usually in the leg, and is the third most common cause of death from cardiovascular disease after heart attack and stroke.
Patients with a history of blood clots that have progressed to chronic DVTs and post thrombotic syndrome, especially in their legs, are good candidates for the VenaCore device. The unique coring element with notched edges are designed specifically to engage and remove chronic clot and synechiae while minimizing trauma to the vessel wall which leads to improved vascular flow.
Research and studies show that 20-50% of DVT patients will end up with post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS), a devastating condition with poor quality of life. Persistent venous occlusions are thought to contribute to the development in patients with a history of DVT.
“Until now, physicians have had limited options to effectively treat patients with chronic venous occlusions in the legs,” said Derek Zipkin, MD, at The Christ Hospital Health Network. “This minimally invasive surgery is the latest tool in our arsenal to treat cardiovascular patients with this potentially debilitating syndrome. By providing the VenaCore device, patients will have shorter recovery times and better outcomes without having to leave the Cincinnati area for the latest technology and advancements in vascular care. It’s another example of the team at The Christ Hospital Health Network doing everything it takes for our patients.”
About The Christ Hospital Health Network
The Christ Hospital Health Network consists of an acute care hospital located in Mt. Auburn, a remote hospital location in Liberty Township, five ambulatory outpatient centers and dozens of medical offices throughout the region. For more than 130 years, The Christ Hospital has provided compassionate care to those it serves. Made up for more than 1,300 physicians and more than 6,500 team members, our mission is to improve the health of our community by providing exceptional outcomes in an affordable way. The Network was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #1 hospital in the Cincinnati Region and named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals list in 2024. It is also a Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award recipient, which recognizes top-performing healthcare organizations that achieve the 95th percentile or above of performance in patient experience.