LIMFLOW - A Percutaneous Approach to Deep Vein Arterialization: Site Update

Deep vein arterialization is a technique used to treat critical limb ischemia with non-healing wound/gangrene to the foot when no other revascularization option is available. This technique has previously been an open procedure. Deep vein arterialization is meant to be limb salvaging technique along with wound healing. Open deep vein arterialization can be complicated, and at times, considered controversial. LIMFLOW is a new procedure that utilizes a percutaneous approach to deep vein arterialization.

Source: Journal of Vascular Nursing - May 9, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Jeri L. Long Source Type: research