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Technical considerations in arterial embolectomy.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  1179934     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
The frequency of arterial embolism is high and seems to be increasing. The introduction of the Fogarty catheter for embolectomy has afforded a considerable simplification of the operative technique. Nevertheless the mortality and amputation rates are still substantially high. Early diagnosis and further improved technique for removal of the embolus may enhance limb salvage and reduce mortality rates. The present paper is a review of 10 years' experience concerning technical problems with embolectomy. The arteriotomy technique, the handling of the catheter, per- and postoperative management, and specific technical problems related to the embolic lodgement at different sites are discussed with the object of giving some hints on how to perform the embolectomy in a safe way and with best chances of a suscessful outcome.
Authors:
J Holm; T Scherstén
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Acta chirurgica Scandinavica     Volume:  141     ISSN:  0001-5482     ISO Abbreviation:  Acta Chir Scand     Publication Date:  1975  
Date Detail:
Created Date:  1975-12-23     Completed Date:  1975-12-23     Revised Date:  2004-11-17    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  7906530     Medline TA:  Acta Chir Scand     Country:  SWEDEN    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  437-41     Citation Subset:  IM    
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Aorta / surgery
Brachial Artery / surgery
Catheterization / methods
Embolism / surgery*
Femoral Artery / surgery
Humans
Iliac Artery / surgery
Methods
Postoperative Complications
Preoperative Care

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