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Minimally invasive axillary-coronary artery bypass
W L Knight1, C E Baisden, C G Reiter
1Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Scott and White Clinic, Texas A&M University College of Medicine, Temple 76508, USA.
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|June 1, 1997
Summary
Axillary artery-to-coronary artery bypass with reversed saphenous vein offers a minimally invasive grafting option. Long-term success rates for this coronary bypass technique remain undetermined.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
- Vascular Grafting
Background:
- Minimally invasive coronary bypass grafting (MIDCAB) is a valuable surgical technique.
- The internal thoracic artery is a preferred conduit but may be inadequate in some cases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the feasibility of axillary artery-to-coronary artery bypass using reversed saphenous vein as an alternative conduit for MIDCAB.
- To assess the potential for extending the application of MIDCAB.
Main Methods:
- Utilized reversed saphenous vein grafts to connect the axillary artery to coronary arteries.
- Applied minimally invasive coronary bypass grafting techniques.
Main Results:
- This method provides a simple approach for coronary artery bypass grafting.
- The technique allows for potential expansion of minimally invasive procedures.
Conclusions:
- Axillary artery-to-coronary artery bypass with reversed saphenous vein is a viable alternative conduit.
- Further research is needed to determine the long-term patency and clinical outcomes of this approach.