Bypass Graft Flashcards
1
Q
What are the indications for bypass grafting?
A
Short claudication distance-
2
Q
What are important practical factors to consider with bypass grafting?
A
Need good proximal supply and distal run off
3
Q
What type of grafts are preferred below the inguinal ligament?
A
Saphenous vein grafts
4
Q
Which grafts have increased rates of thrombosis?
A
More distal grafts
5
Q
What types of bypass grafts are there?
A
Anatomical
Extra-anatomical
6
Q
What are examples of anatomical bypass grafts?
A
Fem-pop
Fem-distal
Aortobifemoral
7
Q
What are examples of extra-anatomical bypass grafts?
A
Axillo-fem
Axillo-bifem
Fem-fem crossover
8
Q
What synthetic material can be used for bypass grafts?
A
PTFE (outflow operations)
Dacron (inflow operations)
