[Optimal hemodynamic conditions for performing reconstructive- restorative operations on the aorto-femoral segments]

According to the results of examination of 170 patients with atherosclerotic lesions of the vessels of the aortofemoral segment and 170 virtually healthy subjects by means of the tetrapolar rheography, the prognostic value of the hypokinetic type of circulation in the development of cardiologic complications after reconstructive operations on the vessels mentioned was established. It is admitted that the value of cardiac index equal to 1.4 l/(min.m2) is a contraindication for the performance of reconstructive-restorative operations on the vessels of the aortofemoral segment.