[The fate of arterial micrografts stored in Collin's solution (author's transl)]

Use of arterial micrografts stored in Collin's solution is acceptable only for short storage periods and is therefore restricted in common practice. The immunitary reactions on the grafts are considered to be usually minor and were not studied in this series. Preservation alters the media and can result in aneurism and thrombosis. However, considering the lack of a reliable solution in replacing small vessels, research must be pursued to define the optimal storage period and the most adequate preservation liquid for small vessels.