abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study examined effects and functional outcome of recombinant human erythropoietin (rhEPO) and carbamylated erythropoietin fusion protein (cEPO-FC) preconditioning in a rabbit model for spinal cord ischemia and resulting paraplegia. This model was chosen because only a small surgical effect is needed to c...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Simon FH,Erhart P,Vcelar B,Scheuerle A,Schelzig H,Oberhuber A

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Preoperative testing for carotid endarterectomy (CEA) often includes blood typing and antibody screen (T&S). In our institutional experience, however, transfusion for CEA is rare. We assessed transfusion rate and risk factors in a national clinical database to identify a cohort of patients in whom T&S can saf...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Stangenberg L,Curran T,Shuja F,Rosenberg R,Mahmood F,Schermerhorn ML

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The clinical decision-making utility of scoring algorithms for predicting mortality after ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms (rAAAs) remains unknown. We sought to determine the clinical utility of the algorithms compared with our clinical decision making and outcomes for management of rAAA during a 10-year p...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Thompson PC,Dalman RL,Harris EJ,Chandra V,Lee JT,Mell MW

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The production of growth factors from several experimental arterial conduits was determined. METHODS:We implanted 105 experimental arterial grafts that were 1 cm long in the abdominal aorta of Lewis rats (average weight, 250 g). Five different types of grafts were analyzed: arterial isografts, vein grafts, ...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Sterpetti AV,Lepidi S,Borrelli V,Di Marzo L,Sapienza P,Cucina A,Ventura M

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Extracorporeal circulation induces ischemia/reperfusion injury in the small intestinal wall. One reason for this damage is a perfusion shift from the muscular toward the mucosal layer. This study investigated the effect of this perfusion shift on the small-intestinal apoptosis and proliferation. METHODS:Twen...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Keschenau PR,Ribbe S,Tamm M,Hanssen SJ,Tolba R,Jacobs MJ,Kalder J

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Standard approaches to lower extremity arteries may be rendered difficult or unusable because of scarring or infection, or both. This article describes unusual alternative approaches to facilitate lower extremity bypasses that would normally require approaches to the common femoral, deep femoral, or popliteal arteries...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Veith FJ,Ascher E,Cayne NS

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The number of hemodialysis patients with peripheral artery disease is increasing, and critical limb ischemia develops in some of these patients. The clinical outcomes in such patients after major amputation remain unclear. We therefore examined the mortality rates after major amputation in hemodialysis patien...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Serizawa F,Sasaki S,Fujishima S,Akamatsu D,Goto H,Amada N

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Lower extremity arterial injury may result in limb loss after blunt or penetrating trauma. This study examined outcomes of civilian lower extremity arterial trauma and predictors of delayed amputation. METHODS:The records of patients presenting to a major level I trauma center from 2004 to 2014 with infraing...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Liang NL,Alarcon LH,Jeyabalan G,Avgerinos ED,Makaroun MS,Chaer RA

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Aneurysm rupture is a major cause of morbidity and mortality, and evidence suggests shared risk for both abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) and intracranial aneurysms (IAs). We hypothesized that screening for AAA in patients with known IA is cost-effective. METHODS:We used a decision tree model to compare cos...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Ball BZ,Jiang B,Mehndiratta P,Stukenborg GJ,Upchurch GR Jr,Meschia JF,Worrall BB,Southerland AM

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Pulmonary embolism is the third most common cause of death in hospitalized patients. Vena cava filters (VCFs) are indicated in patients with venous thromboembolism with a contraindication to anticoagulation. Prophylactic indications are still controversial. However, the utilization of VCFs during the past 15 ...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Desai SS,Naddaf A,Pan J,Hood D,Hodgson KJ

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Although endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair (EVAR) is widely accepted for elective surgery, the uptake of emergency EVAR for ruptured AAA (REVAR) has trailed behind. This study was intended to identify the barriers to widespread application of REVAR in Australia and New Zealand. METHODS:A cr...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Lo J,Jedynak J,Chuen J

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Connective tissue disorders (CTDs) predispose patients to dilation of the entire aorta, resulting in the development of extensive aneurysms. Aortic reconstruction in CTD patients can be challenging and demands specific approaches to ensure initial success and lasting stability of aortic repair. Herein, we describe tec...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Glebova NO,Hicks CW,Alam R,Lue J,Propper BW,Black JH 3rd

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The decision about the type and location of a hemodialysis vascular access is challenging and can be affected by multiple factors. We explored the effect of several a priori chosen patient characteristics on access outcomes. METHODS:We searched MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Almasri J,Alsawas M,Mainou M,Mustafa RA,Wang Z,Woo K,Cull DL,Murad MH

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study reports our initial experience with the Gore Hybrid Vascular Graft (GHVG; W. L. Gore & Associates, Flagstaff, Ariz) for staged hybrid open renovisceral debranching and endovascular aneurysm repair in patients affected by thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms and pararenal abdominal aortic aneurysms (PA...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Setacci F,Pecoraro F,Chaykovska L,Mangialardi N,Shingaki M,Veith FJ,Rancic Z,Lachat M

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Studies have shown that a sizable percentage of endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) for abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) is performed outside the instructions for use (IFU). We report our long-term outcomes after EVAR with respect to device-specific IFU. METHODS:Computed tomography angiography data from a c...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Beckerman WE,Tadros RO,Faries PL,Torres M,Wengerter SP,Vouyouka AG,Lookstein RA,Marin ML

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic aortic dissection is one of the most challenging pathologies faced by aortic surgeons. The variety of presentations and the multiple comorbidities of the patients make treatment and follow-up a subject of much debate. Historical data is difficult to interpret because of the heterogeneity of the included popula...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Constantinou J,Kelay A,Mastracci TM

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study prospectively investigated the association of postimplantation syndrome (PIS) with the clinical outcome during the first year after endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) for abdominal aortic aneurysm and assessed the evolution of the inflammatory response as outlined from specific inflammatory marker...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Arnaoutoglou E,Kouvelos G,Papa N,Gartzonika K,Milionis H,Koulouras V,Matsagkas M

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dr F. Inest practices surgery at a renowned medical center but is concerned because increasing numbers of medical insurers are excluding his institution from coverage. Many of his former referring physicians are beginning to send their patients elsewhere for this reason. The marketing people have been busy increasing ...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Jones JW,McCullough LB

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Medically complex patients who need abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair are at increased risk of mortality. We study the effects of interhospital transfer to high-volume hospitals (HVHs) on postoperative complications and mortality after complications in these patients. METHODS:Data for 491,779 patients u...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Ilonzo N,Egorova NN,Nowygrod R

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:In our prior study, we showed that delta-opioid peptide [D-Ala(2), D-Leu(5)] enkephalin (DADLE), by regional perfusion into the abdominal aorta, could protect the spinal cord against ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury caused by aortic occlusion. However, the relative dose-response effects of DADLE still remain...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Liu H,Chen B,Li S,Yao J

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Successful cannulation is an important prerequisite for a functional arteriovenous fistula (AVF). Reasons for unsuccessful cannulation of an AVF are multifactorial and poorly evaluated. In our experience, a needle access segment (NAS) with a length of 10 cm, <5 mm deep from the skin surface, and >6 mm diamet...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Inkollu S,Wellen J,Beller Z,Zhang T,Vachharajani N,Shenoy S

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Postoperative ischemic colitis (IC) can be a serious complication following infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair. We sought to identify risk factors and outcomes in patients developing IC after open AAA repair and endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). METHODS:The American College of Surgeons Nati...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Moghadamyeghaneh Z,Sgroi MD,Chen SL,Kabutey NK,Stamos MJ,Fujitani RM

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:There is significant controversy in the management of critical limb ischemia (CLI) arising from infrainguinal peripheral arterial disease. We sought to compare practice patterns and perioperative and long-term outcomes for patients undergoing lower extremity bypass (LEB) and percutaneous vascular intervention...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Siracuse JJ,Menard MT,Eslami MH,Kalish JA,Robinson WP,Eberhardt RT,Hamburg NM,Farber A,Vascular Quality Initiative.

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case report of simultaneous pulmonary emboli and paradoxical embolism to the cerebellum causing a stroke and severe ischemia to the left leg. This patient had risk factors for thromboembolic events that included autoimmune disease, cancer, and recent pelvic surgery. The presence of a perforate foramen ova...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Liu M,Menzoian JO

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Hostile infrarenal neck characteristics are associated with complications such as type Ia endoleak after endovascular aneurysm repair. Aortic neck angulation has been identified as one such characteristic, but its association with complications has not been uniform between studies. Neck angulation assumes tri...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Schuurmann RC,Ouriel K,Muhs BE,Jordan WD Jr,Ouriel RL,Boersen JT,de Vries JP

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Compartment syndrome of the leg is a well-recognized complication known to follow urgent revascularization done for acute limb ischemia, but compartment syndrome of the foot has not been reported after the ischemia-reperfusion sequence. Herein we report a case of foot fasciotomy done for compartment syndrome that occu...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Barshes NR,Pisimisis G,Kougias P

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Extracorporeal circulation is routinely used in thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair to preserve blood perfusion. Despite this protective measure, acute and chronic kidney disorders can develop. Therefore, the aim of this study was to establish a new large-animal model to assess the efficacy of selective r...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Kalder J,Kokozidou M,Keschenau P,Tamm M,Greiner A,Koeppel TA,Tolba R,Jacobs MJ

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Existing literature on unplanned reoperation (UR) after vascular surgery is limited. The frequency of 30-day UR and its association with other adverse outcomes was analyzed. METHODS:Patients who underwent vascular procedures in the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (2...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Kazaure HS,Chandra V,Mell MW

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Among Basque handball players, the repeated impact of a ball on the palms of their hands hundreds of thousands of times throughout their sporting careers produces Raynaud syndrome. Treating this patient group is complex. Our objective was to assess the efficacy of digital periarterial sympathectomy in this pa...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Letamendia A,López-Román J,Bustamante-Munguira J,Herreros J

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exclusion of the accessory renal arteries (ARAs) is required during endovascular aneurysm repair if they arise from the sealing zone or aneurysm sac. Here, we report a case of successful endovascular treatment for a common iliac artery aneurysm located close to the aortic bifurcation and associated with nephrotic synd...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Hosaka A,Miyata T,Nishiyama A,Miyahara T,Hoshina K,Shigematsu K

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Experimentally measured pullout forces for stent grafts (SGs) are used in clinical discussions and as reference values in bench studies and computer simulations. Previous values of these forces are available from studies in which the SG was pulled out in the straight caudal direction. However, clinical and nu...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Rahmani S,Grewal IS,Nabovati A,Doyle MG,Roche-Nagle G,Tse LW

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Lower extremity bypass grafts that develop stenoses are commonly treated with either open surgical or endovascular revision. Vein graft stenoses with unfavorable lesions (multiple lesions, lesions >2 cm in length, lesions in grafts <3 months old, lesions in grafts <3 mm in diameter) fare worse than those with...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： McCallum JC,Bensley RP,Darling JD,Hamdan AD,Wyers MC,Hile C,Guzman RJ,Schermerhorn ML

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To summarize the association of simple renal cyst (SRC) with abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), we reviewed currently available clinical studies with a systematic literature search and meta-analytic evaluation. METHODS:To identify all case-control studies evaluating the association of SRC with AAA, databases i...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Takagi H,Umemoto T,ALICE (All-Literature Investigation of Cardiovascular Evidence) Group.

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Critical limb ischemia (CLI) is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Because most patients with CLI will eventually undergo some type of revascularization, the natural history of CLI is not well defined, although it is important to know when patients decide to pursue treatment. METHODS:We systematic...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Abu Dabrh AM,Steffen MW,Undavalli C,Asi N,Wang Z,Elamin MB,Conte MS,Murad MH

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Long-term results of the posterior approach (PA) for the treatment of popliteal artery aneurysms are lacking in the literature. We reviewed our experience during a 13-year period in patients with popliteal artery aneurysms, comparing those treated through a PA with those operated on through a standard medial...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Mazzaccaro D,Carmo M,Dallatana R,Settembrini AM,Barbetta I,Tassinari L,Roveri S,Settembrini PG

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The goal of this study was to present open surgical conversion with graft salvage or "semiconversion" as a definitive and safe treatment for untreatable and persistent type II endoleaks causing sac enlargement after endovascular aneurysm repair. METHODS:Between January 2001 and December 2014, 25 of 1623 endo...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Mangialardi N,Ronchey S,Orrico M,Serrao E,Alberti V,Fazzini S,Pecoraro F,Setacci C

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study assessed the effect of cellular and humoral autoimmune response inhibition after immunization with β2-glycoprotein I (β2-GPI) and the effect of immunomodulation with interleukin (IL)-2 and IL-10 in the development of early atherosclerotic vascular lesion in a murine model. Atherosclerosis is increa...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： De Haro J,Esparza L,Bleda S,Varela C,Sanchez C,Acin F

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Little is known about acute peripheral arterial thrombosis in patients with concomitant cancer. Small studies suggest that revascularization in this patient group is associated with thrombosis and increased risk of amputation and death. We investigated the frequency of cancer in patients operated on for acute...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Nicolajsen CW,Dickenson MH,Budtz-Lilly J,Eldrup N

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Duplex ultrasound (DUS) imaging for vein bypass graft (VBG) surveillance is confounded by technical and physiologic factors that reduce the sensitivity for detecting impending graft failure. In contrast, three-dimensional computed tomography angiography (CTA) offers high-fidelity anatomic characterization of ...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Rehfuss J,Scali S,He Y,Schmit B,Desart K,Nelson P,Berceli S

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This report presents the 30-day results of the Safety and Efficacy Study for Reverse Flow Used During Carotid Artery Stenting Procedure (ROADSTER) multicenter trial and evaluates the safety and efficacy of ENROUTE Transcarotid NPS (Silk Road Medical Inc, Sunnyvale, Calif), a novel transcarotid neuroprotection...

journal_title：Journal of vascular surgery

authors： Kwolek CJ,Jaff MR,Leal JI,Hopkins LN,Shah RM,Hanover TM,Macdonald S,Cambria RP

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00