Professional
Technical
IVT
steal syndrome
Redirection of blood flow causing ischemia in one area to supply another.
Full Definition
A hemodynamic phenomenon where blood flow is diverted from one vascular territory to another due to altered pressure gradients, commonly seen with arteriovenous access or subclavian stenosis. Subclavian steal syndrome involves retrograde vertebral artery flow, while dialysis access steal syndrome affects hand perfusion. Clinical documentation must include symptoms, hemodynamic measurements, and imaging findings to guide appropriate intervention strategies.
Usage
Usage note: Specify anatomical location (subclavian, coronary, dialysis access) when documenting.
In Context
- "The patient developed steal syndrome following arteriovenous fistula creation." — Complication documentation
- "Subclavian steal syndrome was confirmed by vertebral artery flow reversal on duplex." — Diagnostic finding
Also known as
vascular steal
flow diversion syndrome
Don't confuse with
flow reversal
steal phenomenon