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Kang G, Bae M, Chung SW, Lee CW, Huh U, Kim J, Jeong H. Changes in the remaining iliac artery according to retrograde flow after aorto-femoral bypass in abdominal aortic aneurysms. Ann Vasc Surg 2024:S0890-5096(24)00239-5. [PMID: 38830448 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2024.03.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2023] [Revised: 03/08/2024] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Considering a patient's anatomy and vascular conditions, aorto-femoral bypass is a treatment approach for the open repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms. This study aimed at evaluating changes in the remnant iliac artery and their correlation with the preservation state of retrograde flow from femoral anastomosis. METHODS Of 221 patients who underwent abdominal aortic aneurysm surgery between 2007 and 2022 in Pusan National University Hospital, 29 patients who underwent aorto-femoral bypass were included in this retrospective cohort study. Of these patients, 21 underwent aortobifemoral bypass and 8 underwent aortoiliac-and-femoral bypass. The change in size of the iliac artery from preoperative to postoperative and whether this difference in size depended on the status of postoperative retrograde flow were investigated. Additionally, factors affecting overall mortality and ischemic complications were identified. RESULTS The median duration from operation to the last follow-up was 2069.5 days (about 5.7 years). The average age of the patients was 78.1 years, and the proportion of males was 75.9%. In cases of disappearance of postoperative retrograde flow from the femoral anastomosis, the postoperative iliac artery size was significantly reduced compared to its preoperative size (18.4±18.9 mm vs. 13.2±7.9 mm, respectively; p=0.04). The group with maintained retrograde flow had significantly larger residual common iliac artery size than the group with disappearance of flow. (20.0±28.0 mm vs. 14.6±8.5 mm, respectively; p=0.02). Disappearance of retrograde flow was a significant factor in the iliac artery size reduction after surgery (odds ratio, 2.5; 95% confidence interval, 1.9-5.3; p=0.02). Three patients with maintained retrograde flow (18.8%) required intervention owing to an increase in the size of the iliac artery. The factors that significantly influenced overall death as analyzed by Cox proportional hazard regression were chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (hazard ratio, 36.8; 95% confidence interval, 1.6-870.0; p=0.03), peripheral arterial occlusive disease (hazard ratio, 12.7; 95% confidence interval, 1.4-115.8; p=0.02), and disappearance of retrograde flow (hazard ratio, 8.7; 95% confidence interval, 1.2-63.9; p=0.03). CONCLUSION Among the open repair methods for abdominal aortic aneurysms, if retrograde flow was not maintained through femoral anastomosis when aorto-femoral bypass was performed, the size of the remaining iliac artery decreased. However, loss of retrograde flow increased long-term mortality. When aorto-femoral bypass is performed, regular imaging follow-up is necessary at appropriate intervals to check the remnant iliac artery and retrograde flow.
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- Gayeon Kang
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, 179 Gudeok-Ro, Seo-Gu, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, 179 Gudeok-Ro, Seo-Gu, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea; Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Pusan National University School of Medicine, 49 Busandaehak-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, 50612, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, 179 Gudeok-Ro, Seo-Gu, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea; Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Pusan National University School of Medicine, 49 Busandaehak-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, 50612, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, 179 Gudeok-Ro, Seo-Gu, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea; Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Pusan National University School of Medicine, 49 Busandaehak-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, 50612, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, 179 Gudeok-Ro, Seo-Gu, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea; Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Pusan National University School of Medicine, 49 Busandaehak-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, 50612, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, 179 Gudeok-Ro, Seo-Gu, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, 179 Gudeok-Ro, Seo-Gu, Busan, 49241, Republic of Korea
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Kirkham AM, Candeliere J, Mai T, Nagpal SK, Brandys TM, Dubois L, Shorr R, Stelfox HT, McIsaac DI, Roberts DJ. Risk Factors for Surgical Site Infection after Lower Limb Revascularisation Surgery: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Prognostic Studies. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2024; 67:455-467. [PMID: 37925099 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2023.10.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Revised: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To systematically review and meta-analyse adjusted risk factors for surgical site infection (SSI) after lower limb revascularisation surgery. DATA SOURCES MEDLINE, Embase, Evidence Based Medicine Reviews, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (inception to 28 April 2022). REVIEW METHODS Systematic review and meta-analysis conducted according to PRISMA guidelines. After protocol registration, databases were searched. Studies reporting adjusted risk factors for SSI in adults who underwent lower limb revascularisation surgery for peripheral artery disease were included. Adjusted odds ratios (ORs) were pooled using random effects models. GRADE was used to assess certainty. RESULTS Among 6 377 citations identified, 50 studies (n = 271 125 patients) were included. The cumulative incidence of SSI was 12 (95% confidence interval [CI] 10 - 13) per 100 patients. Studies reported 139 potential SSI risk factors adjusted for a median of 12 (range 1 - 69) potential confounding factors. Risk factors that increased the pooled adjusted odds of SSI included: female sex (pooled OR 1.41, 95% CI 1.20 - 1.64; high certainty); dependent functional status (pooled OR 1.18, 95% CI 1.03 - 1.35; low certainty); being overweight (pooled OR 1.82, 95% CI 1.29 - 2.56; moderate certainty), obese (pooled OR 2.20, 95% CI 1.44 - 3.36; high certainty), or morbidly obese (pooled OR 1.65, 95% CI 1.08 - 2.52; moderate certainty); chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (pooled OR 1.42, 95% CI 1.17 - 1.71; high certainty); chronic limb threatening ischaemia (pooled OR 1.67, 95% CI 1.22 - 2.29; moderate certainty); chronic kidney disease (pooled OR 2.13, 95% CI 1.18 - 3.83; moderate certainty); intra-operative (pooled OR 1.23, 95% CI 1.02 - 1.49), peri-operative (pooled OR 1.92, 95% CI 1.27 - 2.90), or post-operative (pooled OR 2.21, 95% CI 1.44 - 3.39) blood transfusion (moderate certainty for all); urgent or emergency surgery (pooled OR 2.12, 95% CI 1.22 - 3.70; moderate certainty); vein bypass and or patch instead of endarterectomy alone (pooled OR 1.86, 95% CI 1.33 - 2.59; moderate certainty); an operation lasting ≥ 3 hours (pooled OR 1.86, 95% CI 1.33 - 2.59; moderate certainty) or ≥ 5 hours (pooled OR 1.60, 95% CI 1.18 - 2.17; moderate certainty); and early or unplanned re-operation (pooled OR 4.50, 95% CI 2.18 - 9.32; low certainty). CONCLUSION This systematic review identified evidence informed SSI risk factors following lower limb revascularisation surgery. These may be used to develop improved SSI risk prediction tools and to identify patients who may benefit from evidence informed SSI prevention strategies.
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- Aidan M Kirkham
- School of Epidemiology and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; Clinical Epidemiology Program, The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- Clinical Epidemiology Program, The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada; Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Faculty of Medicine, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Learning Services, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- The O'Brien Institute for Public Health, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Departments of Critical Care Medicine, Medicine, and Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- School of Epidemiology and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; Clinical Epidemiology Program, The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, University of Ottawa and The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Epidemiology and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; Clinical Epidemiology Program, The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; The O'Brien Institute for Public Health, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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King B, Rockman C, Han S, Siracuse JJ, Patel VI, Johnson WS, Chang H, Cayne N, Maldonado T, Jacobowitz G, Garg K. Aortobifemoral reconstruction in open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. J Vasc Surg 2023; 78:77-88.e3. [PMID: 36918104 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2023.03.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2022] [Revised: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/05/2023] [Indexed: 03/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Much attention has been given to the influence of anatomic and technical factors, such as maximum abdominal aortic aneurysm diameter and proximal clamp position, in open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair (OSR). However, no studies have rigorously examined the correlation between site of distal anastomosis and OSR outcomes despite conventional wisdom that more proximal sites of anastomosis are preferrable when technically feasible. This study aimed to test the association between sites of distal anastomosis and clinical outcomes for patients undergoing primary elective OSR. METHODS Our study included 5683 patients undergoing primary elective OSR at 233 centers from 2014 to 2020. Using a variety of statistical methods to account for potential confounders, including multivariable logistic regression and Cox proportional hazards modeling, as well as subgroup analysis, we examined the association between site of distal anastomosis and clinical outcomes in elective OSR. Primary outcomes were major in-hospital complication rate, 30-day mortality, and long-term survival. RESULTS Patients undergoing elective aortobifemoral reconstruction (n = 672) exhibited significantly increased rates of smoking, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and peripheral artery disease in comparison to patients undergoing elective OSR with distal anastomosis to the aorta (n = 2298), common iliac artery (n = 2163), or external iliac artery (n = 550). Patients undergoing aorto-aortic tube grafting were significantly less likely to exhibit iliac aneurysmal disease and significantly more likely to be undergoing elective OSR with a suprarenal or supraceliac proximal clamp position. Using multivariable logistic regression and Cox proportional hazards analysis to control for important confounders, such as age, smoking status, and medical history, we found that distal anastomosis to the common femoral artery was associated with increased odds of major in-hospital complications (adjusted odds ratio, 1.79; 95% confidence interval, 1.46-2.18; P < .001) and reduced long-term survival (adjusted hazard ratio, 1.44; 95% confidence interval, 1.09-1.89; P = .010). We observed no significant differences in 30-day mortality across sites of distal anastomosis in our study population. CONCLUSIONS It is generally accepted that more proximal sites of distal anastomosis should be selected in OSR when technically feasible. Our findings support this hypothesis by demonstrating that distal anastomosis to the common femoral artery is associated with increased perioperative morbidity and reduced long-term survival. Careful diligence regarding optimization of preoperative health status, perioperative care, and long-term follow-up should be applied to mitigate major complications in this patient population.
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- Benjamin King
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Comprehensive Aortic Center, Division of Vascular and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
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- Division of Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Irving Medical Center/Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Westchester Medical Center, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY.
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Geber B, Landscheidt K, Goertz O, Hernekamp JF. Die gestielte DIEP-Lappenplastik zur Weichteilrekonstruktion eines großen Leistendefektes nach komplikativer gefäßchirurgischer Vorversorgung. GEFÄSSCHIRURGIE 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s00772-022-00948-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Lauer H, Goertz O, Landscheidt K, Hernekamp JF. [The proximally pedicled anterolateral thigh flap for reconstruction of complex soft tissue wounds of the hip and caudal trunk region]. Chirurg 2021; 93:388-394. [PMID: 34432070 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-021-01483-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Groin and lower trunk defects are common problems, especially for elderly patients. While groin defects are often due to prior vascular interventions, trochanteric defects are mainly caused by pressure sores. Plastic reconstructive methods are manifold; however, the pedicled anterolateral thigh (ALT) flap is supposed to be reliable with sustainable results. OBJECTIVE We present our experiences using the pedicled ALT flap for soft tissue reconstruction in patients with large wounds of the medial and lateral proximal thigh. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 16 patients with groin and lower trunk defects due to prior vascular surgery or pressure sores received locoregional soft tissue reconstruction using a proximal pedicled ALT flap. Patient characteristics, defect size, surgery time, clinical outcome and complication rate were assessed. RESULTS With the exception of two cases, sufficient soft tissue reconstruction was achieved. In all, 81,3% of patients were categorized as ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) 3. The average duration of surgery was 149 min. Length of stay was 18,3 days. A total of 31% needed revision surgery due to limited wound healing problems. Two patients died. All patients showed healed wound conditions when they were discharged. CONCLUSION The proximal pedicled ALT-flap is a reliable method for soft tissue reconstruction in groin and lower trunk defects. This reconstructive procedure enables reliable wound closure, especially in elderly patients with substantially reduced general health condition.
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- Klinik für Plastische, Rekonstruktive und Ästhetische Chirurgie, Handchirurgie, Martin-Luther-Krankenhaus Berlin, Caspar-Theyß-Straße 27, 14193, Berlin, Deutschland.
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Algorithmic approach to the lymphatic leak after vascular reconstruction: a systematic review. Arch Plast Surg 2021; 48:404-409. [PMID: 34352953 PMCID: PMC8342245 DOI: 10.5999/aps.2020.02075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2020] [Accepted: 05/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Background To date, there are no consensus guidelines for management of lymphatic leak in groin vascular reconstruction patients. The goal of this study is to review the relevant literature to determine alternatives for treatment and to design an evidence-based algorithm to minimize cost and morbidity and maximize efficacy. Methods A systematic review of the literature was conducted per Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) protocol. Two independent reviewers applied agreed-upon inclusion and exclusion criteria to eligible records. Studies that included patients who underwent groin dissection for oncologic diagnoses and level 5 data were excluded. Interventions were then categorized by efficacy using predetermined criteria. Results Our search yielded 333 records, of which eight studies were included. In four studies, the success of lymphatic ligation ranged from 75% to 100%, with average days to resolution ranging from 0 to 9. Conservative management in the form of elevation, compression, and bedrest may prolong time to resolution of lymphatic leak (14–24 days) and therefore cost. Conclusions The majority of patients should be offered early operative intervention in the form of lymphatic ligation with or without a primary muscle flap. If the patient is not an operative candidate, a trial of conservative management should be attempted before other nonsurgical interventions.
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DeCarlo C, Boitano LT, Schwartz SI, Lancaster RT, Conrad MF, Eagleton MJ, Brewster DC, Clouse WD. Laparotomy- and groin-associated complications are common after aortofemoral bypass and contribute to reintervention. J Vasc Surg 2020; 72:1976-1986. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2019.09.067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2019] [Accepted: 09/19/2019] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Scali ST, Lala S, Giles KA, Back MR, Arnaoutakis DJ, Cooper MA, Shah SK, Berceli SA, Upchurch GR, Huber TS. Contemporary management and outcomes of complex vascular surgical groin wound infections. J Vasc Surg 2020; 73:1031-1040.e4. [PMID: 32707390 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2020.06.119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Vascular surgical groin wound infection (VS-GWI) has multiple causes and frequently is manifested as a limb- or life-threatening problem, resulting in significant morbidity and mortality. For patients undergoing operative extirpation, in situ repair, extra-anatomic bypass, or ligation can be used; however, limited data exist describing comparative results of the different operative choices or conduit subtypes. Therefore, we sought to describe our experience with management of VS-GWI and to detail outcomes of the different strategies. METHODS Patients (2003-2017) undergoing surgical treatment of VS-GWI (Szilagyi grade III) secondary to primary infectious arteritis or infected pseudoaneurysm after percutaneous intervention as well as previous prosthetic graft placement were reviewed. The primary end point was major adverse limb events (MALEs; major amputation, graft occlusion, or unplanned reintervention). Secondary end points included 30-day mortality, wound healing, amputation-free survival (AFS), and all-cause mortality. Cox proportional hazards modeling was used to determine relative risk of end points; Kaplan-Meier methodology was employed to estimate freedom from outcomes. RESULTS There were 149 patients (age, 65 ± 11 years; body mass index, 27 ± 6 kg/m2; 70% male; 32% diabetes) identified, of whom 120 (81%) had unilateral and 29 (19%) had bilateral VS-GWI. Indications included infected prosthetic bypass (88% [n = 131]; infrainguinal, 107; suprainguinal, 24) and primary infectious femoral artery complications (12% [n = 18]). A majority underwent single-stage operations (87% [n = 129]). In situ reconstruction occurred in 87% (n = 129); 9% (n = 13) underwent ligation, and 6% (n = 7) received extra-anatomic revascularization. Autogenous conduit was used most commonly (68% [n = 101/149]; 88% single stage), of which 81% (n = 80) were femoral vein. The remaining patients received cadaveric (15% [n = 23]; 87% single stage) or prosthetic (8% [n=12]; 67% single stage) grafts. Adjunctive myocutaneous flap was used in 37% (n = 54). Length of stay was 19 ± 15 days and 30-day mortality was 7% (n = 10), with no difference between conduit repair types. All femoral wounds healed (mean follow-up, 17 ± 11 months); however, 33% (n = 49) underwent reoperation (unplanned graft reintervention, 33%; graft occlusion, 16%; wound débridement, 15%; major amputation, 11%). Reinfection occurred in 17% (n = 27), with no difference between groups. MALE rate was 22% (n = 33; most were arterial reinterventions, 19%), with no difference in single-stage vs multistage, in situ vs extra-anatomic, or autogenous vs nonautogenous conduit strategies Predictors of MALE included younger age (hazard ratio [HR], 1.6 per decade; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.1-2.5; P = .02) and lower body mass index (<25 kg/m2; HR, 1.6 per BMI category; 95% CI, 1.1-2.5; P = .02). Overall, 1- and 3-year freedom from MALE, AFS, and survival were as follows: MALE, 74% ± 5% and 63% ± 6%; AFS, 68% ± 4% and 58% ± 5%; survival, 78% ± 3% and 70% ± 4%. Autogenous conduit use was associated with better survival (HR, 0.5; 95% CI, 0.3-0.8; 1-year: 83% ± 4% vs nonautogenous, 78% ± 4%; 3-year: 68% ± 8% vs 53% ± 9%; log-rank, P = .006). CONCLUSIONS An individualized approach to operative strategy and conduit choice leads to comparable outcomes in this challenging group of patients. VS-GWI can be safely managed with in situ, autogenous reconstruction in a majority of patients with acceptable mortality, excellent wound healing rates, and improved overall survival. However, a significant proportion of patients experience reinfection and MALEs, the preponderance of which are arterial reintervention, mandating need for close follow-up and graft surveillance.
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- Salvatore T Scali
- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla; Malcolm Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville, Fla.
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, George Washington University, Washington, D.C
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla; Malcolm Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville, Fla
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville, Fla
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Langenberg JCM, Roijers J, Kluytmans JAJW, de Groot HGW, Ho GH, Veen EJ, Buimer TG, der Laan LV. Do Surgical Site Infections in Open Aortoiliac Surgery Differ Between Occlusive and Aneurysmal Arterial Disease? Vasc Endovascular Surg 2020; 54:618-624. [DOI: 10.1177/1538574420940098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background: Surgical site infections (SSI) are frequently seen after aortoiliac vascular surgery (2%-14%). Deep SSIs are associated with graft infection, sepsis, and mortality. This study evaluates the difference in incidence and nature of SSI following open aortoiliac surgery for aneurysmal disease compared to occlusive arterial disease. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted, including all consecutive patients who underwent open aortoiliac vascular surgery between January 2005 and December 2016 in the Amphia Hospital, Breda, the Netherlands. Patients were grouped by disease type, either aneurysmal or occlusive arterial disease. Data were gathered, including patient characteristics, potential risk factors, and development of SSI. Surgical site infections were defined in accordance with the criteria of the Centers for Disease Control. Results: Between January 2005 and December 2016, a total of 756 patients underwent open aortoiliac surgery of which 517 had aortoiliac aneurysms and 225 had aortoiliac occlusive disease. The group with occlusive disease was younger, predominantly male, and had more smokers. After exclusion of 228 patients undergoing acute surgery, the SSI rate after elective surgery was 6.2%, with 10 of 301 SSIs in the aneurysmal group (3.0%) and 22 of 213 SSIs in the group with occlusive disease (10.3%, P < .001). Also, infection-related readmission and reintervention were higher after occlusive surgery, 6.6% versus 0.9% ( P < .001) and 4.2% versus 0.9% ( P = .003), respectively. Staphylococcus aureus was found as the most common pathogen, causing 64% of SSI in occlusive disease versus 10% in aneurysmal disease ( P = .005). Logistic regression showed occlusive arterial disease and chronic renal disease were associated with SSI. Conclusion: Our study presents evidence for a higher rate of SSI in patients with aortoiliac occlusive disease compared to aortoiliac aneurysmal disease, in part due to inherent use of inguinal incision in patients with occlusive disease. All precautions to prevent SSI should be taken in patients undergoing vascular surgery for arterial occlusive disease.
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- Department of Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda, the Netherlands
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Infection Control, Amphia Hospital, Breda, the Netherlands
- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, UMCU, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda, the Netherlands
- Department of cardiovascular science, KU Leuven, Belgium
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DeCarlo C, Boitano LT, Schwartz SI, Lancaster RT, Conrad MF, Eagleton MJ, Brewster DC, Clouse WD. Operative Complexity and Prior Endovascular Intervention Negatively Impact Morbidity after Aortobifemoral Bypass in the Modern Era. Ann Vasc Surg 2020; 62:21-29. [DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2019.03.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2019] [Accepted: 03/21/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Trinidad B, Rybin D, Doros G, Eslami M, Tan TW. Factors Associated with Wound Complications after Open Femoral Artery Exposure for Elective Endovascular Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair. Int J Angiol 2019; 28:124-129. [PMID: 31384110 DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1683898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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We identified factors that would lead to wound complications after open femoral exposure for endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm repair (oEVAR). Using the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program dataset (2005-2014), we examined the patients who underwent oEVAR. Patients were stratified on whether they developed postoperative wound complications. Comparisons were made between group with wound complications and those without and adjusted analyses performed to identify variables that independently increased the risk of wound complications. There were 14,868 patients in the study cohort and 2.6% (384 patients) developed wound complications after EVAR. Among those with wound complications, 94% (360 patients) of patients had superficial and deep surgical site infection. Patients who had wound complication were likely to be younger (72.6 vs. 73.7 years old ( p = 0.02), functionally dependent (5.4 vs. 2.5%) ( p < 0.05), smoker (3 vs. 2.4%, p =0.03), female (4 vs. 2.2%), with significantly higher body mass index (31 vs. 28), and more commonly had diabetes (4 vs. 2.4%, p < 0.001) or renal failure (12 vs. 3%, p < 0.001). Although perioperative survival was similar, patients who had wound complications had significantly longer hospital length of stay (LOS) (7.3 ± 12 vs. 3.4 ± 5 days, p < 0.001). Up to 3% patients developed wound complications after open femoral exposure during EVAR with significantly higher LOS and therefore cost utilization.
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- Bradley Trinidad
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, University of Arizona Department of Surgery, Banner University Medical Center Tucson, Tucson, Arizona
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- Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts
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- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, University of Arizona Department of Surgery, Banner University Medical Center Tucson, Tucson, Arizona
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Xiang Y, Chen X, Zhao J, Huang B, Yuan D, Yang Y. Endovascular Treatment Versus Open Surgery for Isolated Iliac Artery Aneurysms: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2019; 53:401-407. [PMID: 30895896 DOI: 10.1177/1538574419836835] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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- Yuwei Xiang
- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Theriot JM, Feldman ZM, Korayem AH, Chander RK, Finlay DJ. Minimally Invasive Aortobiilliofemoral Endarterectomy for Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease Is a Compelling Alternative to Bypass. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2018; 53:97-103. [DOI: 10.1177/1538574418807104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Introduction: Aortobifemoral bypass is a time-honored, durable surgery allowing restoration of lower extremity blood. However, the potential for significant complications exists, impacting mortality, morbidity, and quality of life. Minimally invasive aortobiiliofemoral endarterectomy offers an alternative to prosthetic bypass and its associated complications. Here, we present a case series using remote endarterectomy for aortoiliac occlusive disease. Methods: Nine patients with aortoiliac occlusive disease were treated at a single institution, by a single surgeon, with direct and remote endarterectomy combination. Standard femoral access approach was used. A limited longitudinal distal aorta arteriotomy into the right common iliac artery to the hypogastric bifurcation was made. Then, an open thromboendarterectomy was performed. Circumferential common femoral endarterectomies were performed bilaterally and the plaque transected, allowing manually controlled Vollmar ring passage proximally to the iliac bifurcation on the right and the aortic bifurcation on the left. Aortoiliac arteriotomy was closed, followed by the femoral arteriotomies. Morbidity, secondary interventions, recurrent stenosis (adjacent segment velocity ratios ≥2), ankle–brachial index (ABI), and patency rates were tracked postoperatively for 6 years. Kaplan-Meier life-table analysis was used to determine patency rates per the criteria of SVS and ISCS. Results: The average age was 59.1 years (54-87 years), and 88% were male. Comorbidities included hypertension (75%), former/current smokers (100%), and prior PAD surgical intervention (38%). Revascularization of 100% was achieved, with average ABI improving from 0.42 preoperatively to 0.92 postoperatively (0.91 at 8-month follow-up). Six-year patency rate was 100% without reintervention. Incidence of myocardial infarction, stroke, death, amputation, intestinal ischemia, sexual dysfunction, and aneurysmal degeneration was zero after 6 years of follow-up. Conclusion: Minimally invasive aortobiiliofemoral endarterectomy is a viable alternative to aortobifemoral bypass for the treatment of aortoiliac occlusive disease, allowing reestablishment of normal anatomic anatomy while avoiding the use of prosthetic material. Patency rates in this series was 100% at 6 years, with minimal postoperative complications or morbidity.
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- Jared M. Theriot
- Department of Surgery, New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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Zhorzel S, Busch A, Trenner M, Reutersberg B, Salvermoser M, Eckstein HH, Zimmermann A. Open Versus Endovascular Repair of Isolated Iliac Artery Aneurysms. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2018; 53:12-20. [PMID: 30180791 DOI: 10.1177/1538574418798418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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PURPOSE: Outcomes of open iliac artery repair (OIR) and endovascular iliac artery repair (EVIR) were compared at a tertiary referral vascular center. METHODS: From 2004 to 2015, all patients treated for isolated iliac artery aneurysms (IAAs) were retrospectively identified, and patient records and computed tomography (CT) scans were analyzed. The primary end point was overall survival; secondary end points were 30-day mortality and morbidity and freedom from reintervention. For follow-up, data from outpatient visits and CT scans following a standard surveillance protocol were used. RESULTS: A total of 106 IAAs in 94 patients were treated (mean follow-up: 35.7 months; 66 OIR; 40 EVIR). Six (15%) aneurysms from the EVIR group and 4 (6.1%) from open-operated IAA presented in the state of rupture. There was no difference in overall survival between EVIR and OIR ( P = .14). In multivariable analysis, higher risk of death was associated with ruptured IAA (rIAA; hazard ratio [HR]: 40.44, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 2.05-796.18; P = .02) and coronary heart disease (HR: 11.07, 95% CI: 1.94-63.36; P < .01). The 30-day mortality was 1.9% overall (0% OIR, 5.0% EVIR, P = .27), but there were no differences between OIR and EVIR in 30-day morbidity ( P = .11). Freedom from reintervention was higher for OIR than for EVIR ( P < .01). In multivariable analysis, a higher reintervention rate was seen in EVIR (HR: 10.80, 95% CI: 2.20-53.01; P < .01) and in rIAA (HR: 12.02, 95% CI: 1.31-111.11; P = .03). CONCLUSION: Iliac artery aneurysmss can be safely and effectively treated by EVIR or OIR regarding 30-day morbidity, mortality, and long-term survival, although freedom from reintervention is significantly lower after EVIR.
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- Sven Zhorzel
- 1 Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar and Munich Aortic Centre (MAC), Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar and Munich Aortic Centre (MAC), Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar and Munich Aortic Centre (MAC), Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar and Munich Aortic Centre (MAC), Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar and Munich Aortic Centre (MAC), Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar and Munich Aortic Centre (MAC), Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- 1 Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar and Munich Aortic Centre (MAC), Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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The impact of vascular surgery wound complications on quality of life. J Vasc Surg 2016; 64:1780-1788. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2016.05.068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2016] [Accepted: 05/24/2016] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Cerny M, Harder Y, Zimmermann A, Eckstein HH, Machens HG, Schantz JT, Schenck TL. [Locoregional solutions for groin defects : Coverage after vascular surgery]. Chirurg 2016; 88:43-49. [PMID: 27435247 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-016-0244-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Vascular surgery through a groin incision may be associated with severe wound healing disorders in this sensitive area. There are many options to reconstruct the defect surgically. The choice of surgical reconstruction depends mainly on the individual status of vasculature, which is most often compromised in these patients. There are random pattern flaps, as well as perforator, pedicled flaps or microvascular flaps to choose from. AIM We give an overview of plastic surgical solutions for groin defects, with a special focus on complex wounds after vascular surgical complications. We discuss advantages and disadvantages of different flaps with two case reports and also show alternatives. PATIENTS AND METHODS We demonstrate in two cases how the reconstruction of the groin defect was planned, taking into account the vascular status, and why we chose an innovative and seldom-used option in each case. RESULTS The selected flaps, a pedicled fasciocutaneous ALT propeller flap and a perforator-based, pedicled abdominal advancement flap reconstructed the defects successfully. DISCUSSION The surgical therapy for the reconstruction of groin defects should be chosen according to the individual vascular status to ensure safe and reliable blood supply. To guarantee the best possible reconstruction and avoid postoperative healing disorders and infections, less common flaps should also be considered.
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- M Cerny
- Klinik für Plastische Chirurgie und Handchirurgie, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, München, Deutschland.
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- Abteilung für Plastische, Rekonstruktive und Ästhetische Chirurgie, Ospedale Regionale di Lugano, Sede Italiano (OIL), Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale (EOC), Lugano, Schweiz
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Vaskuläre und Endovaskuläre Chirurgie, Klinikum rechts der Isar, München, Deutschland
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Vaskuläre und Endovaskuläre Chirurgie, Klinikum rechts der Isar, München, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Plastische Chirurgie und Handchirurgie, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, München, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Plastische Chirurgie und Handchirurgie, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, München, Deutschland
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- Abteilung für Handchirurgie, Plastische Chirurgie und Ästhetische Chirurgie, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, München, Deutschland
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Maldonado TS, Westin GG, Jazaeri O, Mewissen M, Reijnen MMPJ, Dwivedi AJ, Garrett HE, Dias Perera A, Shimshak T, Mantese V, Smolock CJ, Arthurs ZM. Treatment of Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease with the Endologix AFX Unibody Endograft. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2016; 52:64-74. [PMID: 27162000 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2016.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2015] [Accepted: 04/06/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE/BACKGROUND Aorto-bifemoral bypass remains the gold standard for treatment of aortoiliac occlusive disease (AIOD) in patients with advanced (TASC D) lesions, but has significant associated morbidity and mortality. Treatment with a unibody stent-graft positioned at the aortic bifurcation is a potential endovascular option for the treatment of AIOD. The current study examines the safety, efficacy, and early patency rates of the Endologix AFX unibody stent-graft for treatment of AIOD. METHODS A multicenter retrospective review was conducted of patients treated exclusively for AIOD with the AFX device. Primary, assisted primary, and secondary patency rates were noted. Clinical improvement was assessed using Rutherford classification and ankle brachial index. Mean duration of follow-up was 22.2 ± 11.2 months. Ninety-one patients (56 males [62%]) were studied. RESULTS Sixty-seven patients (74%) presented with lifestyle-limiting intermittent claudication and the remaining 24 (26%) had critical limb ischemia. Technical success was 100%. Complications included groin infection (n = 4 [4%]), groin hematoma (n = 4 [4%]), common iliac rupture (n = 4 [4%]), iliac dissection (n = 4 [4%]), and thromboembolic event (n = 3 [3%]; one femoral, one internal iliac artery, and one internal iliac with bilateral popliteal/tibial thromboemboli). Thirty-day mortality was 1% (1/91) resulting from a case of extensive pelvic thromboembolism. At 1 year, 73% of patients experienced improvement in Rutherford stage of -3 or greater compared with baseline. Nine patients (10%) required 16 secondary interventions. At all time points, primary patency rates were > 90%, assisted patency rates were > 98%, and secondary patency rates were 100%. CONCLUSION This is the largest study to examine the use of the Endologix AFX unibody stent-graft for the treatment of AIOD. Use of the AFX stent-graft appears to be a safe and effective endovascular treatment for complex AIOD.
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- T S Maldonado
- New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY, USA.
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- New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- University of Colorado Denver, Denver, CO, USA
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- Vascular Center at St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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- University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA
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- University of Tennessee, Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, Memphis, TN, USA
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- University of Tennessee, Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic, PLLC, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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- Mercy Clinic Vascular Specialists, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- San Antonio Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, San Antonio, TX, USA
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Park UJ, Kim HT, Cho WH. Pseudostenosis of the External Iliac Artery after Common Iliac Artery Occlusion: 2 Case Reports. Ann Vasc Surg 2015; 29:1449.e9-1449.e12. [DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2015.04.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2014] [Revised: 02/26/2015] [Accepted: 04/03/2015] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Treatment of severe aortoiliac disease has dramatically evolved from a dependence on open aortobifemoral grafting to hybrid and endovascular only approaches. Open surgery has been the gold standard treatment of severe aortoiliac disease with excellent patency rates, but with increased length of stay and major complications. In contrast, endovascular interventions can successfully treat almost any lesion with decreased risk, compared to open surgery. Although primary patency rates remain inferior, secondary endovascular interventions are often minor procedures resulting in comparable long-term outcomes. The risks of renal insufficiency, embolization and access complications are not insignificant; however, most can be prevented or managed without significant clinical consequence. Endovascular therapies should be considered a first-line treatment option for all patients with aortoiliac disease, especially those with high-risk cardiovascular comorbidities.
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- Daniel G Clair
- Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Heart and Vascular Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Heart and Vascular Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Skin and Skin Structure Infections in Older Adults. CURRENT GERIATRICS REPORTS 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s13670-014-0113-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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