Are statins an option in the management of abdominal aortic aneurysms?

abstract：:Popliteal artery injury during total knee replacement (TKR) is rare. We report 2 cases of post-TKR popliteal artery occlusions treated endovascularly with Viabahn stent grafts. Long-term duplex follow-up and secondary re-intervention may be necessary. ...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Kovacs F,Pollock JG,DeNunzio M

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Endovascular technologies represent major advancements in treating descending thoracic aortic aneurysms (DTAA). We compared hospital charges of open thoracic aortic replacement (OTAR) with endovascular repair of thoracic aortic aneurysms (TEVAR). METHODS:Retrospective analysis of hospital charges related to...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Arnaoutakis GJ,Hundt JA,Shah AS,Cameron DE,Black JH 3rd

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One of the most feared complications following vascular reconstruction is infection due to the attendant risks of limb loss, sepsis, or death. The reported incidence of infection following infrainguinal prosthetic graft infection is 2.5% with associated mortality rates and amputation rates of 18% and 41%, respectively...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： McCready RA,Bryant MA,Divelbiss J,Wack MF,Mattison HR

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Common iliac artery injury (CIAI), commonly associated with pelvic fractures may present with a potentially fatal combination of haemorrhage and limb ischaemia. We report a case of isolated CIAI from blunt trauma without bony injury treated successfully using endovascular repair. ...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Poon H,Patel A,Vijay S,Downing R

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the clinical details, imaging findings, and management for a 39-year-old female presenting with recurrent episodes of pain in abdomen due to systemic lupus erythematous vasculitis associated with spontaneous isolated inferior mesenteric dissection. Spontaneous mesenteric artery dissection is an uncommon caus...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Giragani S,Balani A,Reddy V,Bommakanti KT,Alwala S,Kumar A

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Remote ischemic preconditioning (RIPC) involves the phenomenon whereby transient episodes of limb ischemia induced by cuff inflation provide cardioprotection. The effectiveness of RIPC in vascular surgery is uncertain. This randomized, controlled trial was designed to investigate the potential of two episode...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Thomas KN,Cotter JD,Williams MJ,van Rij AM

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Cilostazol improves walking in patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD). We hypothesized that cilostazol reduces diabetic complications in PAD patients. METHODS:Diabetic PAD patients were prospectively recruited to a randomized double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial, using cilostazol 100mg twice a ...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： O'Donnell ME,Badger SA,Sharif MA,Makar RR,Young IS,Lee B,Soong CV

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the first results of hybrid operations in chronic venous obstructions of iliofemoral segments in patients with postthrombotic syndrome (PTS). METHODS:Hybrid operations (open endovenectomy from the common femoral vein with arteriovenous fistula creation and iliac vein stenting) were performed in 12 ...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Pokrovsky A,Ignatyev I,Gradusov E

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:True aneurysm formation in infrainguinal autologous vein grafts is rare. The authors report a case of a patient presenting with extensive aneurysmal degeneration of a femoropopliteal bypass vein graft 13 years after the original operation and 8 years after graft revision and thrombolysis for acute occlusion. Over a 2-...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Corriere MA,Passman MA,Guzman RJ,Dattilo JB,Naslund TC

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To review immediate results, patency rates, hemodynamic success, and incidence of concomitant procedures with external iliac artery stenting (EIAS). METHODS:Demographic features, category and clinical grade, Trans-Atlantic Inter-Society Consensus II classification lesion type, pre- and postprocedure ankle-b...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Smith VL,Peterson L,Starr JE,Satiani B

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to explore the protective effect and possible mechanism of Ginkgo biloba extract (Ginaton) on human vascular endothelial cells (VECs) injured by angiotensin II (Ang-II) and hypoxia. The human aortic VECs were divided into different groups to observe the changes in endothelin (ET), intra...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Han L,Li M

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carotid body tumors are rare neoplasms, which typically present as a slow growing, painless neck mass found along the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. These tumors are generally benign but possess aggressive local growth potential. Therefore, definitive treatment requires surgical resection. The auth...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Ling FJ,Weinrach DM,Eskandari MK

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the effectiveness of endovascular management of steno-oclusive disease in liver transplants. METHODS:Retrospective review of liver transplant recipients with hepatic artery stenosis (HAS) or thrombosis (HAT) was performed. The HAS group was treated with balloon angioplasty with selective stent plac...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Sabri SS,Saad WE,Schmitt TM,Turba UC,Kumer SC,Park AW,Matsumoto AH,Angle JF

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arteriovenous (AV) loop grafts are a type of vascular conduit that can be used to support free tissue transfer. Wounds of various etiologies may require free tissue transfer, and the AV loop graft is a useful adjunct when adjacent blood supply is inadequate. Here we present 2 cases and review the technique and publish...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Lind B,McCarthy W,Derman G,Jacobs C

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ruptured hypogastric artery aneurysm (RHAA) is a rare clinical entity with an evolving and dynamic therapeutic armamentarium. The anatomical location and varied clinical presentation can pose a challenge for successful repair. Recently, endovascular and hybrid operative repairs have significantly improved the hist...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Morris ME,Huber KM,Maijub JG

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Insufficient renal artery length for renal sympathetic denervation (RDN) is defined as having a main renal artery shorter than 20 mm in length. Such an anatomy is considered a contraindication for most of the currently available endovascular RDN devices. The concern stems from the need to distribute the ablation point...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Pua U,Tang AA,Ooi YW,Ho HH,Ong PJ

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Endovascular repair offers minimally invasive management of otherwise complex thoracic aneurysms. Here, a case is reported of a 74-year-old man, a known hypertensive and ex-smoker, who underwent fiberoptic bronchoscopy for gradually progressing intermittent hoarseness of voice, which revealed incomplete left vocal cor...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Sadat U,Titchner A,Noor N,Naik J,Boyle JR

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traumatic nonanastomtic disruption of an axillofemoral bypass graft (AFBG) is a relatively rare entity. However, we are reporting on an 82-year-old female who presented with a pulsating mass on her left side, which was noticed about 2 weeks after she fell on her side. The patient had undergone an ABFG about 15 years e...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Mousa AY,Nanjundappa A,Abu-Halimah S,Aburahma AF

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are overexpressed in venous leg ulcers, determining a breakdown of the main extracellular matrix (ECM) components owing mainly to collagenase activities, and so playing a crucial role in ulcer pathogenesis. The authors studied the effects of coagulation factor XIII (FXIII), which cross...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Zamboni P,De Mattei M,Ongaro A,Fogato L,Carandina S,De Palma M,Tognazzo S,Scapoli GL,Serino ML,Caruso A,Liboni A,Gemmati D

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Despite advances of endovascular interventions, bypass surgery remains the gold standard for treatment of long and complex arterial occlusions in the lower limb. Autologous vein is regarded superior to other options. As the graft of first choice, the great saphenous vein (GSV) is often not available due to...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Enzmann FK,Metzger P,Martin JES,Dabernig W,Akhavan F,Hölzenbein T,Nierlich P

更新日期：2021-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:There is no detailed information available about trend in the morphological change after conservative medical treatment in patients with symptomatic spontaneous isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection (SISMAD). METHODS:We enrolled 27 consecutive patients with symptomatic SISMAD who underwent conservat...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Ichiba T,Hara M,Yunoki K,Urashima M,Naitou H

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective was to evaluate our results on functional outcome for both through-knee amputations and above-knee amputations. Functional outcome was measured using the Special Interest Group in Amputee Medicine score, which focuses on walking distance and use of prosthesis. From 1997 to 2006, 39 through-knee amputatio...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Met R,Janssen LI,Wille J,Langezaal AE,van de Mortel RW,van de Pavoordt ED,de Vries JP

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The increasing number of patients requiring hemodialysis and the limited number of access sites have resulted in an increase in multiple graft revisions to maintain access for hemodialysis. Venous outflow or anastomotic stenoses in vascular grafts tend to recur and contribute to the difficulty in maintaining a functio...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Naoum JJ,Irwin C,Hunter GC

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This investigation was designed to determine whether minimally invasive radiofrequency or laser ablation of the saphenous vein corrects the hemodynamic impact and clinical symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) in CEAP clinical class 3-6 patients with superficial venous reflux. Patients with CEAP clinical clas...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Marston WA,Owens LV,Davies S,Mendes RR,Farber MA,Keagy BA

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thoracic endografting offers many advantages over open repair. However, delivery of the device can be difficult and may necessitate adjunctive procedures. We describe our techniques for preserving perfusion to the left subclavian artery despite endograft coverage to obtain a proximal seal zone. We reviewed our experie...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Woo EY,Bavaria JE,Pochettino A,Gleason TG,Woo YJ,Velazquez OC,Carpenter JP,Cheung AT,Fairman RM

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study tests an existing Vascular Biochemistry and Haematology Outcome Model (VBHOM) on independent data and presents further refinements to the model. METHODS:Data from 306 patients who underwent lower limb amputation over a 4-year period were collated. Urea, creatinine, sodium, potassium, hemoglobin, whi...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Patterson AJ,Degnan AJ,Walsh SR,Eltayeb M,Scout EF,Clarke JM,Wilson YG,Tang TY

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The present meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of compression stockings for postthrombotic syndrome (PTS) prevention in patients with deep venous thrombosis (DVT). METHODS:Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) regarding the use of compression stockings for prevention of PTS were identified...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Jin YW,Ye H,Li FY,Xiong XZ,Cheng NS

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ovarian vein thrombosis is a rare but serious condition that may cause sepsis in the postpartum patient or may be associated with thrombosis of the inferior vena cava or renal vein. A 30-year-old woman presented 2 weeks postpartum with sudden onset of dyspnea and rightsided pleuritic chest pain. She was diagnosed with...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Carr S,Tefera G

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In an effort to explore alternatives to contrast arteriography, we compared computed tomography angiography to contrast arteriography for defining anatomic features of patients undergoing lower extremity revascularization. From November 2003 to March 2004, 36 inpatients with chronic lower extremity ischemia underwent ...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Hingorani A,Ascher E,Marks N,Mutyala M,Shiferson A,Flyer M,Jacob T

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aortocaval fistula is uncommon and often associated with a ruptured iliac or abdominal aortic aneurysm. It has a high mortality secondary to the aneurysmal rupture but also to a high output heart failure. Open surgery has been the standard; however, endovascular management has emerged with lower mortality. We present ...

journal_title：Vascular and endovascular surgery

authors： Torrealba JI,Vargas JF,Mertens RA,Valdes FJ,Marine LA,Bergoeing MP

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00