[Reconstructive procedure in aortoiliofemoral occlusive disease (author's transl)]

Based on experience with about 1,000 patients with operable aortoiliofemoral occlusive disease, the factors influencing the operative procedure are discussed. These include the angiographic picture, the severity of ischemia, general risks, accessibility of the operating field, and availability of reconstructive material. It is concluded that, in discussing the operative procedure in aortoiliofemoral occlusive disease, the central question must be, which procedure is best for this patient, in view of his special circumstances, and not, which procedure is technically possible.