Left innominate vein creation using left internal jugular vein tunneled to right internal jugular vein

ConclusionsIn cases of left innominate vein stenosis, transposing the LIJ can create a new left innominate vein that can alleviate venous hypertension and preserve fistula function. This procedure avoids sternotomy and only requires one anastomosis.

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Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - July 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Maxwell F. Kilcoyne, Chi Chi Do ‐Nguyen, Achintya Moulick, Nandini Madan, Vicki Mahan, Susan Conley, Paul S. Brady, Eric D. Endean, Randy M. Stevens Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research