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Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE) surgery eligibility depends on several factors, including your overall health and any underlying conditions. The location of blood clots and certain high-risk factors will determine if someone diagnosed with CTEPH can undergo the surgery.

Before proceeding with PTE, doctors will Show Full Answer

Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE) surgery eligibility depends on several factors, including your overall health and any underlying conditions. The location of blood clots and certain high-risk factors will determine if someone diagnosed with CTEPH can undergo the surgery.

Before proceeding with PTE, doctors will carefully evaluate your specific case and any comorbidities that could increase the risk of complications either before or after surgery. PTE is a major heart surgery that requires the use of a heart-lung machine while the surgeon removes blood clots from the pulmonary arteries. While PTE has a 95% survival rate and can potentially cure CTEPH, it's essential that your healthcare team evaluates all your health conditions to ensure the safest possible outcome.

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