Buerger's disease in the northeast of Iran: Epidemiology and clinical features.

abstract：AIM:To identify morphologic factors affecting aortic expansion in patients with uncomplicated type B aortic dissections. METHODS:Computed tomography data of 24 patients (18 male; median age: 61 years), diagnosed with acute uncomplicated type B aortic dissections between 2002 and 2013, were retrospectively reviewed. Al...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Kotelis D,Grebe G,Kraus P,Müller-Eschner M,Bischoff M,von Tengg-Kobligk H,Böckler D

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of a pseudoaneurysm of the popliteal artery following arthroscopic knee surgery. Endovascular repair was successfully used as the treatment for this patient and studies have shown this to be a safe alternative to surgery. ...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Aburahma Z,Hass SM

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective Reports on inflammatory aortic abdominal aneurysm treatment are scarce. Traditionally, open surgery has been validated as the gold standard of treatment; however, high technical skills are required. Endovascular aortic repair has been suggested as a less invasive treatment by some authors offering good resul...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Duque Santos Á,Reyes Valdivia A,Romero Lozano MA,Aracil Sanus E,Ocaña Guaita J,Gandarias C

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to systematically review the literature reporting on the chimney technique and perform an analysis of the outcomes. A search of electronic databases was undertaken to identify all studies reporting on the outcome of the chimney technique. The selected articles were divided into those re...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Antoniou GA,Schiro A,Antoniou SA,Farquharson F,Murray D,Smyth JV,Serracino-Inglott F

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty and stenting is being employed with increasing frequency for stenosis involving the brachiocephalic circulation. However, the efficacy of these procedures is limited by intimal hyperplasia and subsequent re-stenosis. Long-term results for treating lesions of the subclavian or inno...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Orozco V,Impellizzeri P,Naftalovich R,Dardik H

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Buerger's disease is one of the worst diseases causing peripheral artery occlusions (especially lower extremity) with increased morbidity and mortality. Endovascular treatment of the diseased arteries gains preference over bypass surgery nowadays. Here, we aimed to present the clinical outcomes of 16 consecut...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Kacmaz F,Kaya A,Keskin M,Keceoglu S,Algin IH,Yilmazkaya B,Ilkay E

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Heparin is the predominant anticoagulant used in cardiac and vascular surgery. Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is one of the most serious and life-threatening adverse drug reactions associated with heparin use. In addition to the development of thrombocytopenia, HIT is associated with a high risk (40-50%) of th...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Liebman HA

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study is to investigate the durability and clinical efficacy of profundoplasty as a sole procedure in patients presenting with critical limb ischaemia associated with profunda femoral artery disease and superficial femoral artery occlusion. METHODS:Retrospective analysis of outcomes from all...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Elsharkawi M,Elkassaby M,McVeigh N,Dowdall J,Barry M,Sheehan S

更新日期：2020-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：:More challenging abdominal aortic aneurysms with unfavorable proximal aortic neck anatomy are treated with endovascular means. As a consequence, proximal inadequate sealing may result in type IA endoleak, which in turn can lead to abdominal aortic aneurysm progression or rupture. The presence of type IA endoleak is an...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： van Lammeren GW,Ünlü Ç,De Vries JP

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The debate regarding the possible link between chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency and multiple sclerosis (MS) is continuously becoming more and more contentious due to the current lack of level 1 evidence from randomized trials. Regardless of this continued uncertainty surrounding the safety and efficacy of th...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Forbes TL,Harris JR,Kribs SW

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to report on the safety and feasibility of secondary relining with focal flaring of novel-generation balloon-expandable covered stents for endovascular treatment of significant diameter mismatch in the aorto-iliac territory. Significant diameter mismatch was defined as >20% differen...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： D'Oria M,Griselli F,Mastrorilli D,Gorgatti F,Bassini S,Riccitelli F,Calvagna C,Zamolo F,Lepidi S

更新日期：2020-07-29 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The Nellix EndoVascular Aneurysm Sealing (EVAS) system has offered a novel approach in the treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). While it is currently indicated as a primary procedure in patients with infrarenal AAA with suitable anatomy according to the indications for use, a few studies aimed to add...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Lareyre F,Mialhe C,Dommerc C,Mbeutcha A,Raffort J

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Whilst autologous vein conduits have been heralded as the first-line approach for patients undergoing lower limb bypass grafting procedures, patients with peripheral arterial occlusive disease may have exhausted venous options given prior use for cardiac surgery, varicose vein surgery, or lower limb revascul...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Wee I,Choong AM

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:The purpose of this article is to discuss the feasibility of using computer-enhanced instrumentation to improve visualization and therefore patient safety during transaxillary first rib resection. From November 1998 to July 2005, 105 patients who had failed conservative treatment underwent 131 procedures for...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Martinez BD,Wiegand CS,Evans P,Gerhardinger A,Mendez J

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of combined ipsilateral percutaneous iliac angioplasty and open infrainguinal surgical techniques for the treatment of patients with multilevel arterial occlusive disease. Combining two types of approaches in the peripheral vascular field is a less aggressive tech...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Mousa A,Abdel-Hamid M,Ewida A,Saad M,Sahrabi A

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several guidelines recommend carotid endarterectomy for patients with severe asymptomatic carotid stenosis to reduce the risk of a future cerebrovascular event, as long as the perioperative stroke/death rate is <3%. Based on improvements in best medical treatment, it was argued that currently best medical treatment al...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Paraskevas KI,Nicolaides AN,Veith FJ

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Abdominal aortic aneurysms can be either treated by an open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair or an endovascular repair. Comparing clinical predictors of outcomes and those which influence survival rates in the long term is important in determining the choice of treatment offered and the decision-making proce...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Khashram M,Jenkins JS,Jenkins J,Kruger AJ,Boyne NS,Foster WJ,Walker PJ

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carotid artery stenting (CAS) is a validated option in the treatment of selected extracranial carotid artery stenosis. Carotid artery dissection during CAS is a rare but potentially devastating complication. We report a case of acute dissection and thrombosis of the left internal carotid artery during filter tip wire ...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Tolva V,Bertoni GB,Bianchi PG,Keller GC,Casana R

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Preoperative consultation is usually not performed before insertion of a totally implantable venous access device (TIVAD). In our experience, an incomplete preoperative assessment, a predictable medical condition contraindicating surgery, or no-show patients the day of surgery led to several surgery cancella...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Colucci N,Gregoris A,Meyer J,Naiken SP,Staszewicz W,Gialamas E,Toso C,Abbassi Z

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:May-Thurner syndrome is a rare clinical entity involving venous obstruction of the left lower extremity. Obstruction occurs secondary to compression of the left common iliac vein between the right common iliac artery and the underlying vertebral body. Current management largely involves endovascular therapy. A review ...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Moudgill N,Hager E,Gonsalves C,Larson R,Lombardi J,DiMuzio P

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past decade, carbon monoxide has lost its reputation as a toxic gas and has gained a following of scientists who now appreciate its potential therapeutic utility as an anti-inflammatory and cytoprotective agent. Its vasoprotective properties have also gained a tremendous amount of attention, especially its abil...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Tzeng E

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aneurysms of the inferior vena cava (IVC) are exceedingly rare; less than 50 cases have been reported in the world literature. Owing to the paucity of data regarding the natural history of IVC aneurysms, there is no consensus on their treatment. This case report describes the evaluation of an IVC aneurysm in a 56-year...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Woo K,Cook P,Saeed M,Dilley R

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case of an endovascular aneurysm repair for a Q-fever-infected acute abdominal aortic aneurysm with aortocaval fistula. Type 2 endoleak persisted after successful endovascular repair. ...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Prinsen JH,Boersma D,van Loenhout R,van Schaik PM,Verhoeven BA

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Currently available conduits for in situ reconstruction after excision of infected aortic grafts have significant limitations. The Omniflow II vascular prosthesis is a biosynthetic graft associated with a low incidence of infection that has succesfully been used in the treatment of infected infrainguinal bypass. We re...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Krasznai AG,Snoeijs M,Siroen MP,Sigterman T,Korsten A,Moll FL,Bouwman LH

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traumatic thoracic aortic rupture is a highly lethal injury. For those who arrive alive at the hospital, it is of utmost importance to quickly evaluate concomitant injuries and prioritize therapeutic interventions. We aimed to review the frequency of concomitant injuries in patients with thoracic aortic rupture, accor...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Antonopoulos CN,Sfyroeras GS,Kallinis A,Kakisis JD,Liapis CD,Petridou ET

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An arterial pseudoaneurysm is a cavity which does not consist of three layers of arterial wall and is generally seen at femoral and radial artery sites due to bone fractures, arterial injuries and iatrogenic reasons such as catheterization. The treatment choice may be either surgical or conservative. Patients with pse...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Inan MB,Acikgoz B,Yazicioglu L,Kaya B,Ozyurda U

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the present report, we describe a two-stage technique of combined basilic and brachial vein transposition. Our patient had a brachial-basilic vein fistula created, but during the second stage for the transposition, a low basilic-brachial vein confluence was found. Instead of abandoning the procedure, the brachial v...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Kakkos SK,Haddad GK

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The diagnosis of a lower extremity glomus tumor (GT) is often delayed owing to the lack of awareness and low level of suspicion by the treating physician. GT is thought to arise from cutaneous arteriovenous connections, often involving the nail beds. The unusual location of the lower extremity often leads to missed or...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Luis LR Jr,Kaoru GR,Shemuel PB,Mills JL Sr

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Approximately 40-50% of patients undergoing thoracic endovascular aortic repair require left subclavian artery coverage for adequate proximal landing zone. Many of these patients undergo left subclavian artery revascularisation. However, outcomes data for left subclavian artery revascularisation in the context of thor...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Oladokun D,Patterson BO,Brownrigg JR,deBruin JL,Holt PJ,Loftus I,Thompson MM

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteochondroma is the most common benign tumor of the bone, seen mostly during adolescence. In the current study, we report a 19-year-old male patient with a two-week history of pain and swelling of the medial side of his right thigh just above the knee without any trauma. CT angiography revealed a popliteal artery ps...

journal_title：Vascular

authors： Boyacioğlu K,Kayalar N,Sarioğlu S,Yildizhan I,Mert B,Erentuğ V

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00