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Patch Angioplasty in the Rat Aorta or Inferior Vena Cava
Published on: February 27, 2017
Vein patch angioplasty for brachial arterial occlusion after cardiac catheterization
1Jefferson Surgical Clinic, Roanoke, Virginia 24016.
Abstract:
Brachial artery thrombosis may be encountered after cardiac catheterization using the Sones technique. Differing opinions have been reported regarding the optimal management of this injury. During the past five years, 20 patients have had surgical repair of the brachial artery after trauma from cardiac catheterization. Satisfactory results have been obtained in the majority of cases with local arterial thrombectomy and debridement with vein patch angioplasty. Arterial resection or vein bypass was needed in unusual cases. This injury should be repaired acutely to avoid long-term functional disability in all patients who present with a pulseless upper extremity.
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