Subclavian Revascularization by Means of a Subcutaneous Axillary-Axillary Graft

1 January 1973

journal article
research article
Published by American Medical Association (AMA) in Archives of Surgery

Vol. 106 (1) , 20-23
https://doi.org/10.1001/archsurg.1973.01350130024005

Abstract

A new operation for revascularizing the subclavian artery has been described in detail. The procedure involves creation of a subcutaneous axillary-axillary bypass. Three cases are presented in which the operation has successfully corrected the hemodynamic defect. The major disadvantages of carotid-subclavian bypass and direct endarterectomy of the subclavian or innominate arteries are obviated by axillary-axillary bypass. The procedure has a definite place in the management of patients with symptomatic occlusive lesions of the proximal subclavian and innominate arteries.