Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg.
2010 Aug;43(4):441-446.
Deep Vein as a Graft Conduit: 2 case reports
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, College of Medicne, Kangwon National University, Korea. elpucco@kangwon.ac.kr
- 2Department of Emergency Medicine, Kangwon National University Hospital, Korea.
- 3Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicne, Kangwon National University, Korea.
- 4Department of Radiology, College of Medicne, Kangwon National University, Korea.
- 5Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicne, Kangwon National University, Korea.
Abstract
- The ideal graft requires acceptable size, less tissue toxicity, resistance to infection, and long-term durability. Great saphenous veins are gaining popularity as acceptable graft conduits, but they require time to grow in caliber. We report 2 cases of graft bypass and reconstruction using superficial femoral veins to acheive immediate high-flow patency.