Free splenic artery used in aortocoronary bypass.

Mueller, D K; Blakeman, B P; Pickleman, J · Ann Thorac Surg · 1993

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Many alternative bypass conduits for coronary revascularization have been used since the introduction of the saphenous vein. The internal mammary artery has demonstrated superior long-term patency rates compared with vein grafts. Other arterial grafts previously investigated include the right gastroepiploic artery, inferior epigastric artery, radial artery, and splenic artery. This case reports bypass using a free splenic artery and a pedicled right gastroepiploic artery, each with successful postoperative patency.

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