Percutaneous management of a long saphenous vein graft aneurysm: a case report and review of literature.
Aneurysms of saphenous vein grafts are rare but can result in complications such as myocardial infarction or death. Percutaneous treatment has included a variety of approaches, including covered stents. Long aneurysms in saphenous vein grafts pose an additional challenge due to the lack of coronary covered stents with sufficient length. We present successful treatment of a long saphenous vein graft aneurysm with use of peripheral covered stents over two coronary guidewires, a 55-centimeter 8-French sheath and no guide catheter.
Panetta
Carmelo J
CJ
Park Nicollet Heart and Vascular Center, 6500 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 55426, USA.
Schneider
Williaim
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Boller
Max A
MA