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Arteriovenous shunt using the sleeve technique in the dog
Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics
|March 1, 1984
Summary
A new surgical technique for arteriovenous shunts in dogs simplifies venous access. This modified end-in-end method proved effective, with most shunts remaining functional after one month.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Surgery
- Vascular Access
Background:
- Establishing reliable venous access is crucial for various veterinary procedures.
- Traditional methods can be complex and time-consuming.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a modified end-in-end anastomotic technique for constructing arteriovenous shunts in dogs.
- To assess the patency and reliability of these shunts for simplified venous access.
Main Methods:
- Arteriovenous shunts were surgically created in 12 dogs using a modified end-in-end technique.
- The technique involved telescoping the donor vessel into the recipient vessel, secured by two non-blood-stream-exposed sutures.
- Mean surgical skin-to-skin time was recorded.
Main Results:
- The mean skin-to-skin time for shunt construction was 17 minutes.
- Ten out of 12 shunts were patent one week post-operation.
- Nine out of 12 shunts remained open and functional after one month.
Conclusions:
- The modified end-in-end anastomotic technique is a suitable and efficient method for creating arteriovenous shunts in dogs.
- This technique effectively facilitates simplified and reliable venous access in canine subjects.