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Hybrid Surgical Approach for Acute Limb Ischemia: A Case Report and Management Algorithm
Constantine N Antonopoulos1, Christos F Pitros1, Andreas Panagiotopoulos1
1First Department of Vascular Surgery, Attikon University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, GRC.
Cureus
|March 19, 2026
Summary
Acute limb ischemia (ALI) caused by popliteal artery aneurysms (PAAs) requires urgent intervention. A hybrid approach combining surgery, thrombolysis, and fasciotomy effectively salvaged the limb in this case.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Endovascular Therapy
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Acute limb ischemia (ALI) is a critical vascular emergency with high amputation risk.
- Popliteal artery aneurysms (PAAs) are an underrecognized cause of ALI.
- Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential for limb salvage.
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