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Dr. Khaled Khalaf performed a procedure on a patient using the Inari Clotretriever

COVID-connected blood clot almost claims life of Shepherd man

Mar 2, 2022 | Heart Disease, News

Our own Dr. Khaled Khalaf performed a procedure on a patient using the Inari Clotretriever.  The Clotretriever is the latest technology for removing blood clots.  The patient, who was post COVID, had developed a serious blood clot that was potentially life-threatening.  Check out the story that was featured in the Houston Chronicle. We are proud to have Dr. Khalaf on our team!

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