Subintimal angioplasty of a crural vessel via an antegrade popliteal artery puncture.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Percutaneous retrograde puncture of the popliteal artery is a well-described technique and offers an alternative site for access to the peripheral vascular system. Antegrade popliteal artery puncture has only been described once in the literature. We present a case of subintimal angioplasty of a crural vessel occlusion using an antegrade popliteal approach. This report highlights that if other access is not possible due to unfavourable anatomy this approach is a technically feasible option.
Medical subject headings
- Angioplasty, Balloon
- Arterial Occlusive Diseases
- Lower Extremity
- Popliteal Artery
- Punctures
- Tibial Arteries