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Synergizing Antegrade Endoscopic with Bridging Vein Harvesting for Improvement of Great Saphenous Vein Graft Quality from the Lower Leg
Published on: November 19, 2019
Femoral vein harvest for vascular reconstructions: pitfalls and tips for success
Stephen T Smith1, G Patrick Clagett
1Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX 75390-9157, USA. stephen.smith@utsouthwestern.edu
Abstract:
The femoral-popliteal vein has proved to be an excellent conduit for a variety of indications. These include in situ reconstruction of infected aortic grafts, and mesenteric, brachiocephalic, and lower-extremity bypasses. This article discusses the technical details of successful deep vein harvest. Information regarding the preoperative evaluation, postoperative surveillance, reintervention, and venous morbidity is provided. The femoral-popliteal vein graft has proven to be a durable conduit with minimal late venous morbidity.
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