Elective Repair of A Popliteal Aneurysm Through The Dorsal Approach With Replacement of the Popliteal Artery with Basilic Vein – Results of a Series of 13 Operations

Introduction: Surgical repair of popliteal aneurysms with autologous vein provides excellent long term results in regards of graft function and prevention of aneurysm related secondary complications. In contrast to ligation and vein bypass replacement of the aneurysm via the dorsal approach prevents further aneurysm perfusion through patent side branches with possible late growth of the aneurysm sac. Availability of saphenous vein may become limited with this approach.

Source: European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - November 30, 2019 Category: Surgery Authors: Achim Neufang, Nikolaus Vitolianos, Tolga Coskun, Valerian Zhghenti, Thomas Umscheid, Savvas Savvidis Source Type: research