Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Esophageal Achalasia01:27

Esophageal Achalasia

Esophageal achalasia is a chronic neurogenic disorder characterized by impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and absent or ineffective peristalsis in the distal esophagus. This leads to a functional obstruction without a physical blockage, despite significant disruption of esophageal motility.EtiologyAchalasia is caused by degeneration of the myenteric (Auerbach's) plexus, specifically the loss of inhibitory ganglion cells that produce vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP)...
Rheumatic Heart Disease I: Introduction01:23

Rheumatic Heart Disease I: Introduction

Rheumatic heart disease or RHD is a chronic condition that results from rheumatic fever, causing permanent damage to the heart valves.Etiology and Risk FactorsIt primarily arises from rheumatic fever, an inflammatory disease that can develop after untreated or inadequately treated group A streptococcal (GAS) pharyngitis. Streptococcus spreads through direct contact with oral or respiratory secretions. While the bacteria are the causative agents, factors like malnutrition, overcrowding, poor...
Cardiomyopathy IV: Restrictive Cardiomyopathy01:29

Cardiomyopathy IV: Restrictive Cardiomyopathy

Restrictive cardiomyopathy (RCM) is a rare heart muscle disease characterized by impaired ventricular filling due to stiffened ventricular walls, leading to significant diastolic dysfunction.EtiologyRestrictive cardiomyopathy can arise from both inherited and acquired diseases, many of which are systemic. It is categorized into four main types: infiltrative, storage, non-infiltrative, and endomyocardial diseases.Infiltrative diseases, such as amyloidosis, lead to RCM by depositing amyloid...
Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis01:25

Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis

Endocarditis can present various clinical features depending on the causative organism and the patient's underlying health conditions. Initially, the clinical features of infective endocarditis develop gradually, presenting with nonspecific symptoms that can be easily mistaken for other illnesses.General SymptomsEarly symptoms of infective endocarditis are fever, chills, weakness, malaise, fatigue, and weight loss. These symptoms reflect the systemic nature of the infection and the body's...
Lysosomal Hydrolases01:22

Lysosomal Hydrolases

Lysosomes are the site for the degradation of macromolecules and biological polymers released during membrane trafficking events such as secretory, endocytic, autophagic, and phagocytic pathways. The membrane-enclosed area of the lysosome, called the lumen, contains hydrolytic enzymes active in an acidic environment. These acid hydrolases are functional at a pH between 4.5 and 5 and are involved in cellular processes such as cell signaling, energy metabolism, restoration of the plasma membrane,...
Disorders of Leukocytes01:27

Disorders of Leukocytes

Leukocyte disorders can lead to either leukopenia, characterized by an abnormally low leukocyte count, or leukocytosis, marked by a very high leukocyte number.
Leukopenia may result from bone marrow disorders, autoimmune diseases, and infectious diseases. For example, conditions such as multiple myeloma and aplastic anemia can impair the bone marrow's ability to produce adequate leukocytes. Similarly, autoimmune diseases like lupus and viral infections such as HIV can prompt the immune system...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Emergencies in proctology.

Rozhledy v chirurgii : mesicnik Ceskoslovenske chirurgicke spolecnosti·2025
Same author

A brief history of carotid artery disease and carotid endarterectomy.

Rozhledy v chirurgii : mesicnik Ceskoslovenske chirurgicke spolecnosti·2025
Same author

Carotid surgery from the perspective of a vascular surgeon.

Rozhledy v chirurgii : mesicnik Ceskoslovenske chirurgicke spolecnosti·2025
Same author

Population-based pilot screening programme for abdominal aortic aneurysm in the Czech Republic.

Rozhledy v chirurgii : mesicnik Ceskoslovenske chirurgicke spolecnosti·2025
Same author

Extralobar pulmonary sequestration as an intraabdominal tumour.

Rozhledy v chirurgii : mesicnik Ceskoslovenske chirurgicke spolecnosti·2025
Same author

Ischemie dolních končetin jako komplikace operace křečových žil - přehled literatury.

Rozhledy v chirurgii : mesicnik Ceskoslovenske chirurgicke spolecnosti·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 8, 2026

Immunoglobulin Gene Sequence Analysis In Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: From Patient Material To Sequence Interpretation
09:02

Immunoglobulin Gene Sequence Analysis In Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: From Patient Material To Sequence Interpretation

Published on: November 26, 2018

[Leriche's syndrome].

V Treska1, B Certík, M Cechura

  • 1Chirurgická klinika FN a LFUK Plzen. treska@fnplzen.cz

Rozhledy V Chirurgii : Mesicnik Ceskoslovenske Chirurgicke Spolecnosti
|August 23, 2013
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Aortobifemoral bypass surgery is highly effective for Leriche's syndrome, achieving 100% 30-day patency and excellent long-term results. This surgical approach offers a viable treatment for infrarenal aorta and iliac axis atherosclerotic occlusion.

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 8, 2026

Immunoglobulin Gene Sequence Analysis In Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: From Patient Material To Sequence Interpretation
09:02

Immunoglobulin Gene Sequence Analysis In Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: From Patient Material To Sequence Interpretation

Published on: November 26, 2018

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Atherosclerosis Research
  • Surgical Outcomes

Context:

  • Leriche's syndrome involves atherosclerotic occlusion of the infrarenal aorta and iliac arteries.
  • It presents with symptoms like claudication, critical limb ischemia, and erectile dysfunction.
  • The Trans-Atlantic Inter-Society Classification (TASC II) categorizes disease severity.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and long-term outcomes of aortobifemoral bypass surgery for Leriche's syndrome.
  • To assess the patency rates and complication profile of this surgical intervention.
  • To compare surgical management with alternative treatments for specific patient groups.

Summary:

  • A study of 20 patients (mean age 60.3 years) with Leriche's syndrome treated with aortobifemoral bypass demonstrated 100% primary 30-day patency.
  • Postoperative mortality was 5% within 30 days, with long-term mortality at 10% due to other causes.
  • All reconstructions remained patent for up to five years, with a low complication rate including one false aneurysm and one amputation.

Impact:

  • Aortobifemoral bypass is confirmed as a primary treatment for Leriche's syndrome.
  • The study highlights the durability and safety of this surgical option.
  • Endovascular treatment is suggested as an alternative for patients with significant comorbidities.