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Management of iatrogenic lower limb ischaemia in children

J Hobman1, A Khandwala, A Batchelor

  • 1Pinderfields General Hospital, Aberford Road, Wakefield WF1 4DG, UK. jonnyhobman@hotmail.com

British Journal of Plastic Surgery
|March 10, 2004
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A rare complication of femoral artery cannulation in children is acute limb ischemia. This case report details a successful surgical salvage technique and literature review for managing this pediatric emergency.

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery

Background:

  • Femoral artery cannulation is a common procedure in pediatric care.
  • Acute limb ischemia is an infrequent but serious complication following this procedure.
  • Optimal management strategies for pediatric acute limb ischemia require careful consideration.

Observation:

  • A case of acutely ischemic lower limb in a child post-femoral artery cannulation presented.
  • The rarity of this complication necessitates a thorough literature review for treatment guidance.
  • Extraperitoneal exposure of the common iliac artery and vein was considered.

Findings:

  • A specific surgical technique was employed to salvage the acutely ischemic lower limb.
  • The described method addresses the challenges of managing post-cannulation limb ischemia in children.
  • A comprehensive review of existing literature informed the treatment approach.

Implications:

  • This case highlights a potentially limb-threatening complication in pediatric vascular access.
  • The reported surgical technique offers a viable option for limb salvage in similar pediatric cases.
  • Further case reports and studies are valuable for refining management protocols for pediatric acute limb ischemia.

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