The roof-top approach to the suprarenal aorta
The open repair of a suprarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm is a demanding procedure as it requires suprarenal or even supraceliac aortic clamping. The traditional approach …
Continue ReadingPopliteal artery patch-plasty: how to do
Patch-plasty of the popliteal artery (PA) is not always that easy. The artery is deep into the calf, muscle fibers surround it and even when …
Continue ReadingThe posterior approach for the treatment of vascular injuries following knee dislocation
Knee dislocation is an orthopedic injury that can lead to popliteal artery injury and subsequent acute limb ischemia. The medial approach to the popliteal vessels …
Continue ReadingVolume calculation from a CT scan using the Osirix software
Using the OsirixTM software, one can calculate volume from a CT scan. The procedure of the volume assessment of a specific structure is performed in the …
Continue ReadingThe best suture for lumbar arteries ligation
A standard procedure during an open repair of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is the ligation of the lumbar arteries from within the aneurysm. Which …
Continue ReadingThe proper geometry for a brachiocephalic arteriovenous fistula
A brachiocephalic arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is a great fistula for renal patients. It’s simple to create, the involved vessels are usually of acceptable caliber and …
Continue ReadingHow to close the divided diaphragm on a TAAA repair
Re-approximating the divided diaphragm after a left thoracoabdominal incision is not that easy. Running or interrupting suturing?
Continue ReadingProfundaplasty: an alternative way
The standard profundaplasty is a patch angioplasty. No doubt, it is a nice way but not without weaknesses. If you use a vein patch you …
Continue ReadingLet the blood … “back” flowing
Do you want to know a good trick for the very-very distal anastomosis on a distal bypass?
Continue ReadingMind the vein length…
So you need to use a vein as a graft for a bypass. Definitely, it must not be long as it may kink leading to …
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