title: Extra-anatomical bypass of iliac vein obstruction: use of a synthetic (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene [Goretex]) graft.
abstract: A long synthetic graft polytetrafluoroethylene was used to provide an extra-anatomic bypass of an iliac vein obstruction secondary to recurrent thrombophlebitis. The graft has remained patent during the 12-month period of observation. A distal, previously placed arteriovenous fistula in this circumstance was important.
mesh_terms: D001807:Blood Vessel Prosthesis / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007084:Iliac Vein; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011138:Polytetrafluoroethylene; D013927:Thrombosis / Q000601:surgery*
chemical_list: D011138:Polytetrafluoroethylene