Robotic-Assisted Endovascular Pulmonary Artery Foreign Body Retrieval: A Case Report
As intravascular robotics technology continues to evolve, so do the potential applications. The present case describes the use of the Magellan Robotic System within the pulmonary artery. A 61-year-old female was referred for retrieval of a transected port catheter, which had embolized into the pulmonary artery. After a failed attempt using a conventional technique, retrieval was ultimately successful with assistance of the Magellan system. The unique navigational capabilities and stability of the system may make it a valuable tool in pulmonary artery interventions. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - April 25, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Wolujewicz, M. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Leiomyosarcoma of the Inferior Vena Cava Confirmed by Aspiration Biopsy With a Catheter During Digital Subtraction Angiography
We report a case of IVCLMS histologically confirmed by aspiration biopsy with a catheter during digital subtraction angiography presenting with pulmonary emboli in a 65-year-old man. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - April 25, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Yakupoglu, A., Ulus, S., Cantasdemir, M. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Application of a Hybrid Vascular Graft for Rapid Endoluminal Branch Anastomoses During Open Aortic Reconstruction
The treatment of thoracoabdominal aneurysms and juxtarenal aortic aneurysms remains technically challenging, with outcomes primarily dictated by aortic cross-clamp and end-organ ischemia during branch reconstruction. This has remained a challenge for the surgeon regardless of an elective setting or an emergent operation. Here we describe the application of a novel hybrid graft technique for aortic branch reconstruction using rapid, endoluminal anastomoses during open aortic reconstruction. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - April 25, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Sivaraman, S., Harris, D., Bhardwaj, A., Steiner, G., Magarakis, M., Sarkar, R., Crawford, R., Toursavadkohi, S. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Type IV: A Case Report
We report a unique case of a 40-year-old man who presented with a ruptured celiac artery and a strong family history of EDS. This case highlights the difficulties and complications associated with treating this uncommon and serious disease. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - April 25, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Soo-Hoo, S., Porten, B. R., Engstrom, B. I., Skeik, N. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Endovascular Repair for Ruptured Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms has Improved Outcomes Compared to Open Surgical Repair
Discussion:
EVAR for rAAA has shown mortality benefits over OSAR as well as reduced ICU and total LOS. This data suggest EVAR is associated with a greater survival benefit, fewer postoperative complications, and may help improve hospital resource utilization. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - April 25, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Portelli Tremont, J. N., Cha, A., Dombrovskiy, V. Y., Rahimi, S. A. Tags: Original Manuscripts Source Type: research
Repeated Episodes of Remote Ischemic Preconditioning for the Prevention of Myocardial Injury in Vascular Surgery
Conclusions:
This trial could not confirm that two episodes of RIPC reduce myocardial injury following vascular surgery. Along with other equivocal studies, it appears that RIPC does not induce a clear benefit in vascular surgery. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - April 25, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Thomas, K. N., Cotter, J. D., Williams, M. J. A., van Rij, A. M. Tags: Original Manuscripts Source Type: research
Dyslipidemia Part 2: Review of Dyslipidemia Treatment in Patients With Noncoronary Vascular Disease
This article is part 2 of a 2-part review, with part 1 having focused on lipid metabolism and the downstream effects of lipids on the development of atherosclerosis. The current review (part 2) will discuss trials, retrospective reviews, and observational cohort studies regarding the use of statins and/or other lipid-lowering drugs for primary and secondary prevention of peripheral noncoronary atherosclerotic disease. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Gonzalez, L., Helkin, A., Gahtan, V. Tags: Reviews Source Type: research
Dyslipidemia Part 1--Review of Lipid Metabolism and Vascular Cell Physiology
This article is part 1 of a 2-part review, with part 1 focusing on lipid metabolism and the downstream effects of lipids on the development of atherosclerosis, and part 2 on the clinical treatment of dyslipidemia and the role of these drugs for patients with arterial disease exclusive of the coronary arteries. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Helkin, A., Stein, J. J., Lin, S., Siddiqui, S., Maier, K. G., Gahtan, V. Tags: Reviews Source Type: research
Endovascular Treatment of 2 Synchronous Extracranial Carotid Artery Aneurysms Using Stent-Assisted Coil Embolization and Double Bare-Metal Stenting
We present a case of a patient with 2 fusiform extracranial carotid artery aneurysms treated successfully with a combination of double stenting and stent-assisted coil embolization. We also discuss technical considerations for selecting the appropriate endovascular intervention. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Han, D. K., Tadros, R. O., Chung, C., Patel, A., Marin, M. L., Faries, P. L. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens in the Upper Extremity: A Case Report and Systematic Review and Outcomes Analysis
We present a case report of upper extremity PCD and a systematic review with data analysis of 37 cases of PCD published in PubMed. Our analysis showed that concurrent lower extremity PCD was a statistically significant marker for worse outcomes in this patient population. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Greenberg, J., Troutman, D. A., Shubinets, V., Dougherty, M. J., Calligaro, K. D. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Iliac Vein Stent Fracture Due to a Migrated Retrievable Vena Cava Filter
We report a case of iliac vein stent fracture due to hooking by a migrated retrievable inferior vena cava filter in a 55-year-old woman with acute deep venous thrombosis related to May-Thurner syndrome. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Yim, N. Y., Kim, J. K., Kim, H. O., Kang, Y. J., Jung, H. D. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Superior Mesenteric Artery Aneurysm Caused by Aortic Valve Endocarditis: The Case Report and Review of the Literature
In this study, we report the case of a superior mesenteric artery aneurysm (SMAA) secondary to a bioprosthetic valve endocarditis, successfully managed with aneurysm resection and saphenous vein interposition graft. We performed an extensive PubMed-based rewiew of the literature of the last 10 years on SMAA, which include the detection of 38 articles quoting 41 SMAAs. The case histories were divided in 2 groups: 18 cases belonged to nonmycotic group A and 23 cases were included in mycotic group B. In group A, 44.4% of patients were treated surgically, whereas in group B, 90.5%. The 2 study groups significantly differed (P ...
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: de Troia, A., Mottini, F., Biasi, L., Azzarone, M., Tecchio, T., Salcuni, P. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Retrievable Stent-Assisted Coiling Technique Using a Solitaire Stent: Treatment of Pancreaticoduodenal Artery Aneurysm Associated With Celiac Artery Occlusion
True aneurysm of pancreaticoduodenal arcade (PDA) is usually accompanied by stenosis or occlusion of celiac trunk (CeT). The up-to-date and first choice treatment modality of PDA aneurysm is the endovascular approach in nearly all cases except few selected ones necessitating surgery. The main approach in endovascular treatment is embolization of the aneurysm by preserving the parent artery. A case with concomitant CeT occlusion and PDA aneurysm was treated with coil embolization by preserving inferior pancreaticoduodenal artery with retrievable Solitaire® stent. In our knowledge, this is the first case with PDA aneurys...
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Sanal, B., Nas, O. F., Hacikurt, K., Hakyemez, B., Erdogan, C. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Early Post-Registry Experience With Drug-Eluting Stents in the Superficial Femoral Artery
Conclusion:
On mean 20-week follow-up, we have seen 92.3% primary patency and 96.2% secondary patency. A larger number of patients and longer follow-up will be required to determine the true real-world efficacy of this drug-eluting device, but early experience is encouraging and warrants continued trial. (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Wooster, M., Dansey, K., Shames, M. Tags: Original Manuscripts Source Type: research
Factors Affecting Long-Term Results of Above-Knee Femoropopliteal Bypass: A Single-Center Contemporary Study
Conclusion:
An adequate arterial size, an ideal anastomotic angle, and the absence of minor, technical defects have a major role in prosthetic above-knee femoropopliteal bypass long-term outcome. A previous, failed endovascular procedure on the superficial femoral artery could markedly alter the natural history of patients with claudication because this approach seems to have a detrimental effect on long-term outcome of grafts needing surgical revisions (Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery)
Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: De Santis, F., Pattaro, C., Mani, G., Pramstaller, P. P., Loreni, G., Martini, G. Tags: Original Manuscripts Source Type: research
