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Meguro T, Tada Y, Taniguchi M, Hamauchi S, Fukuhara T, Miyoshi Y, Ono S. Dural Arteriovenous Fistula Treated with Transvenous Embolization via the Upper Limb Cutaneous Vein. JOURNAL OF NEUROENDOVASCULAR THERAPY 2024; 18:142-148. [PMID: 38808017 PMCID: PMC11129054 DOI: 10.5797/jnet.tn.2023-0094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024]
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Objective In recent years, the transradial artery approach has gained prominence and is increasingly employed in neurovascular angiography and therapy due to its safety, reduced complications, and minimal invasiveness. While various venous approaches, including the conventional transfemoral vein approach, exist for procedures such as transvenous embolization, recent reports have highlighted methods involving upper extremity cutaneous veins. However, the practicality and efficacy of these approaches remain unclear. Case Presentations This study presents our experience with three cases of dural arteriovenous fistulas, where transvenous embolization was performed via upper limb cutaneous veins. In all instances, the arteriovenous approach was successfully executed using a single upper extremity, leading to the successful completion of treatment. Conclusion This technique demonstrates significant advantages, not only in terms of its minimal invasiveness but also due to its simplicity and safety. Anticipating broader acceptance in the future, this approach offers a promising avenue for further exploration in neurovascular interventions.
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- Toshinari Meguro
- Department of Neurosurgery 2, Kawasaki Medical School, Okayama, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery 2, Kawasaki Medical School, Okayama, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery 2, Kawasaki Medical School, Okayama, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery 2, Kawasaki Medical School, Okayama, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery 2, Kawasaki Medical School, Okayama, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery 2, Kawasaki Medical School, Okayama, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery 2, Kawasaki Medical School, Okayama, Okayama, Japan
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Silva MA, Abdelsalam A, Otvos B, Ramsay I, Fountain H, Wu E, Starke RM. Combined venous and arterial access in the arm for treatment of a complex dural arteriovenous fistula: a technical video. J Neurointerv Surg 2023:jnis-2023-020996. [PMID: 38124221 DOI: 10.1136/jnis-2023-020996] [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: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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Transvenous access is a necessary tool for numerous cerebrovascular pathologies.Transvenous access in the arm offers several benefits compared with transfemoral access, including patient comfort, the avoidance of transfemoral access complications, and the ability to close both radial arterial access and distal arm venous access with a single transradial compression band.1In this video we describe the indications, technical nuances, benefits, and limitations of transvenous access in the arm.neurintsurg;jnis-2023-020996v1/V1F1V1Video 1- Combined venous and arterial access in the arm for treatment of a complex dural arteriovenous fistulaWe present the case of a young patient who presented with pulsatile tinnitus and was found to have a Cognard type IIa dural arteriovenous fistula near the left transverse sigmoid junction.The patient was treated with transvenous embolization via the distal right basilic vein, and a single radial compression band served to close both the arterial and venous access sites.
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- Michael A Silva
- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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Zhu D, Wang C, Ma P, Qi D, Cao W, Li S, Du M, He J, Ye S, Song T, Hu R, Li P, Zheng T, Liu J, Fang Y. Arm-only combined transarterial and transvenous access for neurointerventional procedures: a double-center retrospective study. Br J Radiol 2023; 96:20230465. [PMID: 37750839 PMCID: PMC10646665 DOI: 10.1259/bjr.20230465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to share our experience with the arm-only combined transarterial and transvenous access approach for neurointerventional procedures and evaluate its efficacy and safety. METHODS The arm-only combined transarterial and transvenous access approach was performed using the right/bilateral proximal radial arteries and the right forearm superficial vein system, guided by ultrasonic guidance. Arterial access closure was achieved using a transradial band radial compression device, while manual compression was utilized for venous approach closure. RESULTS Thirteen procedures were successfully performed using the arm-only combined transarterial and transvenous access approach, yielding favorable outcomes. The procedures included dural arteriovenous fistula embolization (seven cases), cerebral arteriovenous malformation embolization (four cases), venous sinus thrombosis catheter-directed thrombolysis and intravenous thrombectomy (one case), and cerebral venous sinus stenosis manometry (one case). All procedures were uneventful, allowing patients to ambulate on the same day. At discharge, all patients exhibited modified Rankin scores of 0-2, without any access site or perioperative complications. CONCLUSION This double-center study preliminarily demonstrates the feasibility and safety of arm-only combined transarterial and transvenous access applied in neurointerventional procedures for complicated cerebrovascular diseases. The proximal radial artery and forearm superficial vein are recommended as the primary access sites. Unobstructed compression is strongly recommended for radial approach closure. ADVANCES IN KNOWLEDGE This study aimed to add evidence and experience on the arm-only combined transarterial and transvenous access, as a new approach, for neurointerventional treatment that required arteriovenous approaches.
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- Deyuan Zhu
- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Neurovascular Center, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Neurovascular Center, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurovascular Disease, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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Srinivasan VM, Karahalios K, Colasurdo M, Rhodenheiser E, Scherschinski L, Lazaro TT, Cortez G, Gross BA, Kühn AL, Puri A, Winkler EA, Catapano JS, Akamatsu Y, Thomas A, Hanel RA, Wakhloo A, Jadhav AP, Ducruet AF, Albuquerque FC, Kan P. Transvenous Embolization of Dural Arteriovenous Fistulas Through the Galenic (Deep Venous) System: Multicenter Case Series and Meta-Analysis. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2023; 25:489-498. [PMID: 37747335 DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000000873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Arteriovenous fistulas involving the deep venous system have often been treated with microsurgery or transarterial embolization. Increasing familiarity with transvenous navigation and improved endovascular access systems may facilitate transvenous embolization (TVE) for these rare and challenging lesions. METHODS We performed a retrospective study of neurointerventional databases of 6 high-volume centers. We identified all cases of arteriovenous fistulas with deep transvenous embolizations for arteriovenous fistula. Details regarding demographics, fistula characteristics, treatment considerations, clinical outcomes, and fistula occlusion were obtained and analyzed. The meta-analysis used the same inclusion criteria. RESULTS Seventeen cases of TVE were identified. The most common reasons for TVE included prior treatment failure with microsurgery (n = 2) or transarterial embolization (n = 3) or inaccessible arterial pedicles (n = 4). For patients with full clinical outcome data (n = 14), 2 patients had worsened modified Rankin Scale, 8 patients had no change, and 4 were improved at a median clinical follow-up of 3.5 months. Angiographic obliteration was achieved in 15/17 cases (88.2%). In 1 case, catheterization around a sharp turn in the basal vein of Rosenthal could not be performed. In another case, despite successful TVE, there was residual lesion which was treated 1 year later by microsurgical clipping and excision. CONCLUSION Transvenous approaches for embolization of deep arteriovenous fistulas have become possible with modern endovascular catheter systems and liquid embolics. These lesions can be treated safely and effectively through endovascular approaches, which may spare patients the traversal of deep structures needed for microsurgical approaches to these regions. The outcomes of TVE are comparable with published outcomes of microsurgical interruption.
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- Visish M Srinivasan
- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix , AZ , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix , AZ , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston , TX , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix , AZ , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix , AZ , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston , TX , USA
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- Lyerly Neurosurgery, Baptist Neurological Institute, Jacksonville , FL , USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh , PA , USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester , MA , USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester , MA , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix , AZ , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix , AZ , USA
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- Neurosurgical Service, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston , MA , USA
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- Neurosurgical Service, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston , MA , USA
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- Lyerly Neurosurgery, Baptist Neurological Institute, Jacksonville , FL , USA
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- Department of Neurointerventional Radiology, Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Tufts University School of Medicine, Burlington , MA , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix , AZ , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix , AZ , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix , AZ , USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston , TX , USA
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Levitt MR. Point:Dural venous sinus stenting should be considered a first-line treatment option for select patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension. J Neurointerv Surg 2023; 15:1061-1062. [PMID: 37344175 DOI: 10.1136/jnis-2023-020597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/23/2023]
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- Michael R Levitt
- Neurological Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington, USA
- Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
- Mechanical Engineering, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
- Stroke & Applied Neuroscience Center, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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Sarrami AH, Bass DI, Rutman AM, Alexander MD, Aksakal M, Zhu C, Levitt MR, Mossa-Basha M. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension imaging approaches and the implications in patient management. Br J Radiol 2022; 95:20220136. [PMID: 35522777 PMCID: PMC10162046 DOI: 10.1259/bjr.20220136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2022] [Revised: 04/05/2022] [Accepted: 04/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) represents a clinical disease entity without a clear etiology, that if left untreated, can result in severe outcomes, including permanent vision loss. For this reason, early diagnosis and treatment is necessary. Historically, the role of cross-sectional imaging has been to rule out secondary or emergent causes of increased intracranial pressure, including tumor, infection, hydrocephalus, or venous thrombosis. MRI and MRV, however, can serve as valuable imaging tools to not only rule out causes for secondary intracranial hypertension but can also detect indirect signs of IIH resultant from increased intracranial pressure, and demonstrate potentially treatable sinus venous stenosis. Digital subtraction venographic imaging also plays a central role in both diagnosis and treatment, providing enhanced anatomic delineation and temporal flow evaluation, quantitative assessment of the pressure gradient across a venous stenosis, treatment guidance, and immediate opportunity for endovascular therapy. In this review, we discuss the multiple modalities for imaging IIH, their limitations, and their contributions to the management of IIH.
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- Amir Hossein Sarrami
- Department of Radiology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, United States
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- Department of Radiology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, United States
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- Department of Radiology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
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- Department of Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle, United States
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- Department of Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle, United States
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Babici D, Johansen PM, Carranza O, Snelling B. Combined Transradial and Upper Extremity Transvenous Accesses in the Treatment of Carotid-Cavernous Fistulae: Two Case Reports and a Literature Review. Cureus 2022; 14:e24094. [PMID: 35573517 PMCID: PMC9106534 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.24094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 04/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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The expansion of indications for neurointerventional procedures, combined with the need to treat a diverse patient population, has driven a need for broader access options. Concurrent arterial and venous access is often necessary for the diagnosis and treatment of various neurovascular diseases. Although complication rates are low, life-threatening severe complications have been reported with these access methods. Moreover, venous access through traditional routes can be challenging in patients with large body habitus. There is a growing trend of utilizing radial artery access for neuroendovascular procedures due to the increased ease of access and similar efficacy. Nevertheless, the use of upper limb veins in neurointerventional procedures is still rare. Upper extremity transvenous access (UETV) has recently emerged as an alternative strategy for neurointerventionalists, but data are limited. This study reports two cases of successful combined upper extremity transvenous access (TVA) and transradial access (TRA) in the treatment of carotid artery-cavernous fistulae. Combined TRA and UETV is a feasible, promising access strategy for patients and may also confer the same safety and patient satisfaction outcomes that have been seen with TRA. Further studies are needed to elucidate the exact impact this strategy has on patient outcomes and satisfaction.
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Luther E, Burks J, McCarthy DJ, Govindarajan V, Nada A, Saini V, Jamshidi A, King H, Heath R, Silva M, Abecassis IJ, Starke RM. Radial Access Techniques. Neurosurg Clin N Am 2022; 33:149-159. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nec.2021.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Challa AS, Luther E, Burks J, Saini V, Abecassis J, Silva M, Jamshidi A, Yavagal D, Peterson E, Starke RM. Radial Long Sheath Angioplasty for Proximal Severe Flow Limiting Radial Artery Spasm Utilizing the Dotter Technique. World Neurosurg 2022; 160:16-21. [PMID: 35032711 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.01.025] [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: 10/26/2021] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Although studies continue to demonstrate the advantages of transradial access (TRA) for neurointerventions, radial artery spasm (RAS) remains a frequent cause of TRA failure. Dotter initially described a technique to dilate areas of peripheral vascular stenosis by advancing sequentially larger catheters across the lesion over a wire. We present our institutional experience performing a modified Dotter technique utilizing long radial sheaths to dilate areas of proximal flow limiting RAS. OBJECTIVE To review the use of the Dotter technique for alleviating RAS in patients undergoing TRA for neurointerventions. METHODS A retrospective review of all patients undergoing TRA for neurointerventions at our institution from 2018-2020 was performed to identify patients with proximal flow limiting RAS. In identified patients, a modified Dotter technique was employed to dilate the stenosis. Demographic and periprocedural data were assessed to identify any adverse outcomes. RESULTS Four patients with severe proximal flow limiting RAS were identified. In each case, a hydrophilic long radial sheath and vascular dilator were sequentially advanced through the stenosis. In all cases, repeat angiography demonstrated improvement of the spasm and final radial angiograms demonstrated persistent improvement in caliber and regularity of the vessel. Each procedure was also completed via TRA with no periprocedural complications. CONCLUSIONS Our modified Dotter technique is effective in bypassing areas of severe proximal flow limiting RAS thus obviating the need for access site conversion. Additional studies are warranted to understand the implication of the angioplasty-like effects seen within the radial artery following removal of the long radial sheaths.
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- A S Challa
- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA.
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurology, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurology, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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Luther E, Huang E, King H, Silva M, Burks J, Jamshidi A, Peterson EC. Republished: Manual reduction of a radial artery loop under direct fluoroscopic visualization. J Neurointerv Surg 2021; 14:neurintsurg-2021-017665.rep. [PMID: 34649937 DOI: 10.1136/neurintsurg-2021-017665.rep] [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: 04/15/2021] [Accepted: 05/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Transradial access has become increasingly used in neurointerventions because it reduces access site complications. However, radial artery anomalies can be difficult to navigate, often necessitating conversion to femoral access. We describe the case of a female patient in her early 70 s who underwent preoperative embolization of a carotid body tumor via right transradial access. Her radial angiogram demonstrated the presence of a radial artery loop which was successfully navigated with a triaxial system but would not spontaneously reduce even after the guide catheter was advanced into the subclavian artery. However, manual manipulation of the catheters in the antecubital fossa under direct fluoroscopic visualization reduced the loop allowing the procedure to continue transradially. Although a majority of radial loops can be traversed and reduced using standard techniques, this case demonstrates that manual reduction can be successful when other measures fail. We recommend attempting this method before converting the access site.
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- Evan Luther
- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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Luther E, Huang E, King H, Silva M, Burks J, Jamshidi A, Peterson EC. Manual reduction of a radial artery loop under direct fluoroscopic visualization. BMJ Case Rep 2021; 14:1-4. [PMID: 34583934 PMCID: PMC8479982 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2021-017665] [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: 04/15/2021] [Accepted: 05/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Transradial access (TRA) has become increasingly utilized in neurointerventions because it reduces access site complications. However, radial artery anomalies can be difficult to navigate, often necessitating conversion to femoral access. We describe the case of a female patient in her early 70s who underwent preoperative embolization of a carotid body tumor via right TRA. Her radial angiogram demonstrated the presence of a radial artery loop which was successfully navigated with a triaxial system but would not spontaneously reduce, even after the guide catheter was advanced into the subclavian artery. However, manual manipulation of the catheters in the antecubital fossa under direct fluoroscopic visualization reduced the loop, allowing the procedure to continue transradially. Although most radial loops can be traversed and reduced using standard techniques, this case demonstrates that manual reduction can be successful when other measures fail. We recommend attempting this method prior to converting the access site.
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- Evan Luther
- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Neurological Surgery, University of Miami, Miami, Florida, USA
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Tan WN, Rajadurai A, Balakrishnan D. Endovascular Treatment of Cavernous Sinus Dural Arteriovenous Fistula via Radial Artery and Median Cubital Vein. Neurointervention 2021; 16:194-198. [PMID: 34107596 PMCID: PMC8261111 DOI: 10.5469/neuroint.2021.00157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2021] [Revised: 05/18/2021] [Accepted: 05/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Cavernous sinus dural arteriovenous fistula (CS-DAVF) is an arteriovenous shunt where there is fistulous blood flow from the dural arteries from the internal or external carotid artery into the cavernous sinus. The current mainstay of therapy is endovascular treatment. We present a case of restrictive type of CS-DAVF in a 75-year-old male who presented with right eye symptoms. He was treated with embolisation using trans-radial artery access for angiographic runs and a median cubital vein access navigating into the cavernous sinus for coil deployment. This technique completely avoids the conventional technique of a femoral approach and confines all access to the arm. Therefore, there are less risks and complications associated with an arm access, improves patients' comfort and mobility post procedure. Transradial artery and cubital vein access allows for a safe and convenient alternative technique using the arm as compared with conventional transfemoral approach for treatment of CS-DAVF.
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- Wen Nian Tan
- Department of Radiology, Hospital Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Radiology, Hospital Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
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