[Iatrogeni vascular injuries (author's transl)]

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Interventional Radiology
• Medical Device Complications

Context:

• Iatrogenic vascular injuries are a known complication of medical interventions.
• These injuries can arise from both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Understanding the incidence and outcomes is crucial for patient safety.

Purpose:

• To analyze the incidence and causes of iatrogenic vascular injuries.
• To evaluate the outcomes of vascular reconstruction following these injuries.
• To identify factors contributing to complications such as amputation.

Summary:

• A total of 34 iatrogenic vascular injuries were reported.
• Nine injuries resulted from diagnostic procedures, while 25 stemmed from therapeutic measures.
• Vascular reconstruction was successful in 32 cases; two required above-knee amputation due to ischemic damage.
• Four deaths were attributed to underlying malignant diseases or multiple traumatic injuries.

Impact:

• Highlights the importance of careful technique during vascular interventions.
• Informs strategies for preventing and managing iatrogenic vascular injuries.
• Contributes data on the effectiveness of vascular reconstruction in complex cases.