Kristin Taravella @KristinTaravel2
Penumbra Vascular Territory Manager Colorado, USA Joined December 2018-
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- local anesthesia: perc right groin access 12F sheath - Penumbra Bolt 12 (right iliac and aorta first) going “against” direction of blood to minimize right leg embolization - next is left iliac, then fempop/tibial with Bolt12 - flow restored bilateral palpable PT and DS DP
Two patients with repeat CT (chest pain episode) within 3 weeks after PE thrombectomy Penumbra (Flash 16). Patient1 submassive extensive bilateral PE on presentation ->complete resolution, Patient2 saddle embolus repeat CT—> tiny remnant thrombus both with resolution of RV strain
Access: - i go Antegrade access for distal fem and pop/tibial. 7F sheah and bolt 7 but rarely i have used 12F antegrade and CAT 12 for well formed resistant thrombus as below (typically symptoms over 2-3 weeks)
Tweetorial about how i approach Acute Limb Ischemia (ALI): Over the past 9 years with q2 call ive performed hundreds of ALI cases, my approach is endo first using mostly Penumbra for past 7 years with excellent limb salvage over 95% for ALI 1/2a/2b and compartment syndrome 5-10%
Short Tweetorial on my approach to Acute mesenteric Ischemia: - if no laparotomy indicated then endo first approach (Penumbra, CAT 8 or 7, have also done it with CAT12) trans femoral or perc transaxillary - if laparotomy involved then open thrombectomy at base of mesentery
March is DVT Awareness Month! Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition where blood clots form in deep veins, often in the legs. If untreated, it can lead to life-threatening complications like pulmonary embolism (PE). At The PERT Consortium™ we’re dedicated to…
A lot of discussion of #DVT (blood clots) in the shoulder of athletes. It’s not that uncommon.Associated with repetitive over head movement (throwing, swimming, tennis, volleyball, basketball, lacrosse) Early Dx & Rx leads to excellent outcomes. Clot & Rib need to be removed
US HCPs: In just 3 minutes, #LightningBolt12 successfully cleared the iliac artery thrombus. Congrats on the outstanding result, Dr. Peter Layman! #theSPEEDofCAVT #LeadWithCAVT Rx only. For risk info: peninc.info/risk Clinical results may vary
Join us on Feb 1st for an interactive Residents & Fellows reception to kick off #ISET2025 where Drs. @DurraniRaisa, @rAlexPowellMD, and @drvarshana will share their insight into #CAVT technology and #MechanicalOcclusion using Penumbra’s Embolization Coils.
US HCPs: Dr. Robert Evans Heithaus demonstrates the ability of Penumbra coils to expertly address complex gastric varices. Learn more here about his approach here: bit.ly/4eRNA76 Rx only. Risk info: peninc.info/risk Clinical results may vary
US HCPs: See us at #VIVAVEINS24 to discuss a retrospective, propensity-matched study of the Vizient Clinical Data Base on how therapies for intermediate-risk PE improve outcomes & optimize healthcare resources #CAVT Rx only. Risk: peninc.info/risk Clinical results may vary
PE with new FLASH 2.0 for the win! From Non-rebreather —>97% on room air, PA pressure drop 44–>19mm & Flouro time 11 mins. At my age I like PE cases under 40 minutes ! #speedyPE #CAVT @roblookstein @keithppereira @t_intheleadcoat @vaheesanIR @SIRspecialists
US HCPs: Congrats to Dr. Robert Sanchez at @uthealtheasttx on this bilateral PE! ⚡ Lightning Flash 2.0, next-gen software for the treatment of PE. #CAVT #GallopMode Rx only. Risk info: peninc.info/risk Clinical results may vary
Groundbreaking trial in collaboration with @SIRspecialists and @VIVAPhysicians #EMBOLIZE #SIR24SLC
Groundbreaking trial in collaboration with @SIRspecialists and @VIVAPhysicians #EMBOLIZE #SIR24SLC
US HCPs:🕒1 minute device time with #LightningBolt7 on this brachial artery occlusion! Great results with #CAVT⚡@ElmasriFakhir Rx only. Risk info: peninc.info/risk Clinical results may vary
US HCPs:🕒1 minute device time with #LightningBolt7 on this brachial artery occlusion! Great results with #CAVT⚡@ElmasriFakhir Rx only. Risk info: peninc.info/risk Clinical results may vary
This is your sign to keep @PenVascular Bolt on the shelf. I was skeptical when I heard about it, but after a few uses I can attest the aspiration algorithm seem to make Bolt way more effective than traditional CAT7.
Dr. @roblookstein spoke with Dr. Chris Beck of @_backtable to discuss the latest advancements in #PE treatment, including computer assisted vacuum thrombectomy. Listen here to learn more about #CAVT and Penumbra's latest advancement: peninc.info/3sIWLV6 #HealthTech
US HCPs: ⚡ Check out this #LightningFlash PE case by @drochohan with under 100cc EBL! 🫁 #FeelThePower with #CAVT Rx only. Risk info: peninc.info/risk Clinical results may vary
US HCPs: ⚡ Check out this #LightningFlash PE case by @drochohan with under 100cc EBL! 🫁 #FeelThePower with #CAVT Rx only. Risk info: peninc.info/risk Clinical results may vary
We hope you are in a New York state of mind to learn about the benefits of Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy (CAVT)! We look forward to seeing you at the #VEITHsymposium!
In-stent thrombus just 3 weeks after TIPS placement. Successful thrombectomy with Lightning Flash by @Reyes__D

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