Long-term outcomes of infrapopliteal versus popliteal venous access for percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy in acute deep vein thrombosis: A propensity score-matched retrospective cohort study

Wenrui Li, Saisai Cao, Bin Liu, Hai Feng, Department of Vascular Surgery, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Plastic Surgery Department, Peking University People, s Hospital

Phlebology: The Journal of Venous Disease

Published online on February 07, 2026

Abstract

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BackgroundDespite anticoagulation, 50% of proximal deep vein thrombosis (DVT) cases progress to post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS). While percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy (PMT) reduces thrombotic burden, optimal venous access selection (popliteal vs ...