Direct vision valvulotomy for nonreversed vein graft.
A new and easy technique using an angioscope in a nonreversed, isolated vein bypass is suggested herein. Direct vision valvulotomy with an angioscope in nonreversed vein graft saves operating time, prevents tearing of the vein wall and inaccurate incision of the valves.
D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D005263:Femoral Artery / Q000601:surgery; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg / Q000098:blood supply; D008853:Microscopy; D012501:Saphenous Vein / Q000637:transplantation*; D013690:Television