The world of LeGoo assessed: a short systematic and critical review.

Abstract

It is very difficult to identify whether the use of the thermosensitive polymer LeGoo offers advantages over the use of clamps or clampless techniques for infra-inguinal bypass. This issue of the journal provides much additional information about the use of LeGoo. We have summarised all the available evidence. In a very heterogeneous patient population, with heterogeneous graft type and location, the primary technical success rate remains high at 90% [95%CI 83-99], the 3 months secondary graft patency is 71 [95%CI 58-84]% and limb salvage is 78% [95%CI 68-89]%. These promising early results need to be followed by extended follow up of the patients and standardised outcome reporting in the future.