CIS and Terrebonne General are First in Louisiana to Use the Artix™ Thrombectomy System to Treat Arterial Thrombosis
MAY 30, 2025 – HOUMA, LA – Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is the first in Louisiana to use the Artix™ Thrombectomy System to treat arterial blockages. CIS interventional cardiologist Dr. Pradeep Nair performed this procedure on May 22 at Terrebonne General Health System.
Developed by Inari Medical, the Artix™ Thrombectomy System is the only minimally invasive device that combines mechanical clot disruption with aspiration to restore blood flow in blocked peripheral arteries. Delivered over-the-wire, the system was designed with physician input and provides exceptional treatment flexibility and procedural control, enabling precise, thorough clot removal.
“Developing a rather sudden clot (or thrombus) in an artery of the leg can be dangerous to patients and very challenging to manage. Fortunately, we now have the ability to tackle these serious and often complex problems,” said Dr. Nair. “The Artix device was impressive in that it was able to very easily and effectively capture the rather extensive clots in both of my patients’ legs. I’m pleased to be able to offer this technology to treat our patients suffering from a similar disease process in both the Bayou and Capital Regions.”
Learn more about CIS or schedule an appointment near you at www.cardio.com. For more information about the Inari Medical Artix™ Thrombectomy System, visit www.inarimedical.com.
About Cardiovascular Institute of the South
Founded by Dr. Craig Walker in 1983, Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is a world-leader in preventing, detecting and treating cardiovascular and peripheral vascular disease. CIS offers a comprehensive heart and vascular program with expert physicians trained in many specialties, including internal medicine, nuclear cardiology, electrophysiology, lipid management, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, valve disease, venous disease and interventional procedures. CIS has earned international acclaim as a pioneer of research, development and education, as well as an innovator in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease. With a dedicated team of more than 1,150 team members, CIS provides comprehensive cardiovascular care at 23 locations across Louisiana and Mississippi, with 11 telemedicine programs. CIS has also been recognized by Modern Healthcare as a Best Place to Work in Healthcare for four years in a row. CIS remains at the forefront of technology, providing the highest-quality, compassionate care. This mission has guided the institute for more than 40 years of excellence. For more information about CIS, call 1-800-425-2565 or visit www.cardio.com.
About Terrebonne General Health System
Terrebonne General Health System is the largest healthcare resource provider in southeast Louisiana that has taken the lead to deliver medical excellence and innovation to the people of Southeast Louisiana. Driven by a "high tech" and "high touch" style of healing that offers an expansive range of services that provide hospital care and preventive care while also providing basic healthcare needs on and offsite. Our highly skilled healthcare team consists of over 1,500 employees, with over 450 medical staff providers that offer 42 various specialties. Our system has been honored with many prestigious awards and accolades for quality, safety, and patient experience on the state, national and international levels. Terrebonne General took the lead to initiate a public/private partnership with Ochsner Health which delivers crucial safety-net services for the region through Chabert Medical Center and is part of an alliance of healthcare-focused entities across the greater Gulf South region. For more information, please visit www.tghealthsystem.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
