Repair of a Complex Thoracic Aneurysm From Relapsing Polychondritis
A 29-year-old female with a history of relapsing polychondritis (RP) and open repair of a proximal descending thoracic aneurysm presented with 2 areas of asymptomatic thoracic aortic aneurysmal dilatation. The patient returned 3 months later with symptomatic aneurysm expansion, and she underwent ascending aortic arch replacement. She subsequently underwent staged endovascular repair of the distal descending thoracic aorta. RP is a rare disorder with an incidence of 3.5 per million persons annually, 4% to 7% of whom develop aneurysmal disease. Because of the aneurysmal potential of this disease, it is important for vascular...
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Jacobs, C. E., March, R. J., Hunt, P. J., Rivera, A. G., Cavanagh, S., McCarthy, W. J. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Intraluminal Crossing of Near-Impenetrable Occlusions by Balloon-Assisted Battering Ram Technique
Conclusions:
The balloon-assisted battering ram technique may be attempted if intraluminal crossing is warranted before resorting to other complicated, expensive devices. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Aerden, D., Debing, E., Brande, P. V. d. Tags: Endovascular Techniques Source Type: research
Endovascular Removal of a Permanent "TrapEase" Inferior Vena Cava Filter
We describe a technique to remove a permanent IVC filter in a patient who no longer required mechanical protection. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Yallampalli, S., Irani, Z., Kalva, S. P. Tags: Endovascular Techniques Source Type: research
Case report and review of the literatureTotal Endovascular Repair of Acute Ascending Aortic Rupture: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
We report the case of a 77-year-old patient who presented with a ruptured ascending aortic aneurysm secondary to degeneration of a Stanford type A aortic dissection. His surgical history was significant for orthotropic heart transplant 19 years prior. The dissection, aneurysm, and rupture occurred in the native aorta distal to the ascending aortic suture line. At presentation, he was hemodynamically unstable with a right hemothorax. We placed 3 Medtronic Talent Thoracic Stent Graft devices (Medtronic Inc, Minneapolis, MN) across the suture line in the ascending aorta, excluding the rupture. The patient survived and has bee...
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: McCallum, J. C., Limmer, K. K., Perricone, A., Bandyk, D., Kansal, N. Tags: Endovascular Techniques Source Type: research
Protective Effects of Ginaton on Vascular Endothelial Cells Injured by Angiotensin II and Hypoxia In Vitro
This study suggested that Ginaton could effectively protect VECs against injury, and lower dose would be used clinically rather than the higher dose for obtaining better results. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Han, L., Li, M. Tags: Basic Research Article Source Type: research
Carotid Cavernous Fistulae Occurring After the Use of the Fogarty Catheter in Carotid Surgery: A Review
The Fogarty catheter represents a major advancement for the effective removal of distal thrombi during vascular surgery, including carotid endarterectomy (CEA). One complication related to its use is injury to the cavernous carotid artery with development of a carotid cavernous fistula (CCF). Including a recent case at our institution, 21 patients with a Fogarty-related CCF have been reported since 1967. We performed a detailed review of all Fogarty-related CCFs during the treatment of carotid occlusive disease. We suggest a management algorithm for post-CEA acute carotid occlusion. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Orozco, L. D., Stacy, J. D., Luqman, A. W., Buciuc, R. F., Luzardo, G. D. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
The Success and Safety of Endovenous Ablation in Patients With Previous Superficial Venous Thrombosis: A Retrospective Case-Control Study
Conclusions:
Although EVA seems to be safe and effective in patients with a history of SVT, vein access in this patient group might require multiple attempts. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Skeik, N., Zimmerman, K. P., Tretinyak, A. S., Alexander, J. Q., Rizvi, A., Alden, P. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Comparison of 12-W Versus 14-W Endovenous Laser Ablation in the Treatment of Great Saphenous Varicose Veins: 5-Year Outcomes From a Randomized Controlled Trial
Conclusion:
Late outcomes following EVLA were superior for the 14W continuous power settings achieving better long term venous occlusion and lowered recurrence rates without increasing post-operative morbidity. Hence 14W continuous setting should be the energy delivery mode of choice. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Samuel, N., Wallace, T., Carradice, D., Mazari, F. A., Chetter, I. C. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Effect of Timing of Thrombectomy on Survival of Thrombosed Arteriovenous Hemodialysis Grafts
Conclusions:
Timing of thrombectomy of a clotted AV graft may have a significant impact on the graft survival. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Rabin, I., Shani, M., Mursi, J., Peer, A., Beberashvili, I., Bass, A., Feldman, L. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet and Pectoralis Minor Syndromes in Children
In this study, 40 operations, 20 PMT and 20 NTOS procedures, were performed. Success rate for PMT was 85% and for thoracic outlet decompression was 70%. It was concluded that in children, as in adults, BPC is more often due to combined NTOS and NPMS. Surgical PMT should be considered first as the treatment of choice for children with NPMS. Thoracic outlet decompression is available if PMT is unsuccessful. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Sanders, R. J., Annest, S. J., Goldson, E. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Functional Outcomes Following Catheter-Based Iliac Vein Stent Placement
Conclusions:
Aggressive therapy of symptomatic iliac vein stenosis or occlusion with venography, catheter-directed thrombolysis, and iliac vein stent placement provides durable patency and freedom from reintervention. Most patients can anticipate good functional recovery with decreased pain, decreased edema, and high likelihood of returning to work. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Warner, C. J., Goodney, P. P., Wallaert, J. B., Nolan, B. W., Rzucidlo, E. M., Powell, R. J., Walsh, D. B., Stone, D. H. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Characterization and Outcomes of Iliac Vessel Injury in the 21st Century: A Review of the National Trauma Data Bank
Conclusion:
Iliac Vessel Trauma has significant mortality. Endovascular intervention for IVT is applied sparingly. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - July 18, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Lauerman, M. H., Rybin, D., Doros, G., Kalish, J., Hamburg, N., Eberhardt, R. T., Farber, A. Tags: Clinical Controversy Article Source Type: research
Bilateral Pulmonary Emboli Secondary to Indwelling Hemodialysis Reliable Outflow Catheter
We present a 33-year-old dialysis-dependent female who presented with new onset split second heart sound. Following a failed left upper extremity dialysis fistula, a right upper extremity hemodialysis reliable outflow (HeRO) graft was performed in 2011. Her subsequent cadaveric renal transplant had delayed function necessitating concurrent use of hemodialysis. However, as renal function improved, hemodialysis was discontinued. Two weeks following transplantation, the HeRO graft occluded. Subsequent clinical and radiological assessment confirmed widespread pulmonary emboli. Following cessation of hemodialysis and subsequent...
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - May 15, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Coan, K. E., O'Donnell, M. E., Fankhauser, G. T., Bodnar, Z., Chandrasekaran, K., Stone, W. M. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Recanalization of Iatrogenic Dissection of the Superior Mesenteric Artery: A Case Report
We present a case of acute abdominal pain due to a long-segment iatrogenic superior mesenteric artery dissection, which was immediately treated successfully with balloon fenestration of the intimal flap, resulting in complete resolution of the symptoms without recurrence during the 2-year follow-up period. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - May 15, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Saguchi, T., Saito, K., Koizumi, K., Katakami, T., Miyaoka, M., Akata, S., Tokuuye, K. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Endovascular Management of Anastomotic Blowout of Proper Hepatic to Common Hepatic Artery Saphenous Vein Bypass With Coil Embolization and Hepatic Artery Stent Placement
We present the case of a patient who presented with bleeding after developing a pseudoaneurysm at the distal anastomotic site of a common hepatic to proper hepatic artery interposition saphenous vein bypass that was subsequently excluded by coil embolization and stent graft placement. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - May 15, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Ramalingam, V., Kabutey, N.-K., Vilvendhan, R., Kim, D. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
