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Free splenic artery used in aortocoronary bypass
D K Mueller1, B P Blakeman, J Pickleman
1Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois.
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This study explores alternative arterial grafts for coronary artery bypass surgery, finding that free splenic artery and pedicled right gastroepiploic artery grafts show successful long-term patency.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Vascular Grafting
Background:
- Saphenous vein grafts are common for coronary revascularization but have limitations.
- Internal mammary artery grafts offer superior patency rates.
- Various arterial conduits have been explored as alternatives.
Observation:
- This report details the use of a free splenic artery graft.
- It also describes the use of a pedicled right gastroepiploic artery graft.
Findings:
- Both the free splenic artery and the pedicled right gastroepiploic artery grafts demonstrated successful postoperative patency.
- These findings suggest potential for these arterial grafts in coronary bypass.
Implications:
- These arterial conduits may offer viable alternatives to traditional vein grafts.
- Further research into splenic and gastroepiploic artery grafts could improve long-term bypass outcomes.
Abstract:
Many alternative bypass conduits for coronary revascularization have been used since the introduction of the saphenous vein. The internal mammary artery has demonstrated superior long-term patency rates compared with vein grafts. Other arterial grafts previously investigated include the right gastroepiploic artery, inferior epigastric artery, radial artery, and splenic artery. This case reports bypass using a free splenic artery and a pedicled right gastroepiploic artery, each with successful postoperative patency.