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V Alexandrescu¹, M Söderström, M Venermo

¹Department of Vascular and Thoracic Surgery, Princess Paola Hospital, Marche-en-Famenne, Belgium. v.alex@skynet.be

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The angiosome model of revascularization (AMV) guides targeted treatment for critical limb ischemia. While promising for healing diabetic foot ulcers and preserving limbs, more robust evidence is needed.

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Area of Science:

Vascular Surgery
Interventional Cardiology
Diabetic Foot Management

Background:

The angiosome concept defines tissue territories supplied by specific arteries.
Adjacent angiosomes are interconnected by collateral vessels, crucial for blood flow.
Understanding these anatomical units aids in treating ischemic conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the angiosome model of revascularization (AMV) for targeted treatment of ischemic tissue lesions.
To explore AMV's potential in improving limb preservation and ulcer healing.
To assess AMV's applicability in complex cases like diabetes and renal insufficiency.

Main Methods:

Review of existing studies on angiosome-guided revascularization techniques (bypass and endovascular).
Analysis of reported outcomes regarding ulcer healing and limb salvage.
Exploration of AMV's utility in refining vessel selection and revascularization strategies.

Main Results:

Preliminary studies suggest AMV may improve ulcer healing and limb preservation.
AMV offers a tailored approach for revascularizing specific ischemic areas, even with compromised collaterals.
The concept shows potential for patients with diabetes and severe peripheral artery disease.

Conclusions:

The angiosome model of revascularization (AMV) shows promise for improving outcomes in critical limb ischemia.
Further high-quality research is required to establish strong evidence, particularly controlling for case mix and ischemia severity.
AMV may offer a refined strategy for revascularization, especially in diabetic patients with poor healing potential.