Advanced
Technical
IVT
periprocedural complications
Adverse events occurring during or immediately following interventional cardiac procedures.
Full Definition
Unintended medical events that occur during the cardiac intervention procedure or within the immediate post-procedural period, typically within 48 hours. These may include vascular complications (bleeding, hematoma, pseudoaneurysm), cardiac events (arrhythmias, hemodynamic instability), procedural complications (vessel dissection, perforation, equipment failure), or systemic complications (contrast nephropathy, allergic reactions). Proper documentation and classification are essential for quality reporting and patient safety initiatives.
Usage
Usage note: Specify timing and type of complication for accurate risk stratification.
In Context
- "Periprocedural complications were minimal with a 2% rate of access site bleeding." — Quality report
- "The incidence of periprocedural complications decreased following protocol implementation." — Clinical study
Also known as
procedural adverse events
intraprocedural complications
intervention-related complications
Contrasted with
procedural success
uncomplicated procedure
Don't confuse with
post-procedural complications
device-related complications