title: [A new method for reversed bevel technique using single-branched graft in hemi-arch replacement].
abstract: We describe a reversed bevel technique in hemi-arch replacement with a single-branched graft that enables long elliptical distal anastomosis and easier proximal anastomosis under antegrade systemic perfusion. If the distance between the clamped graft and the proximal aorta is too short, it becomes challenging to perform the anastomosis by everting the end of the graft. Because we clamp the graft at the most distal site, the side branch ends up being located at the beveled graft site.This method ensures sufficient surgical view during proximal anastomosis.
authors.affiliation: Department of Cardiac Surgery, Fukuyama Cardiovascular Hospital, Fukuyama, Japan.
authors.forename: Hiroaki
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Uchida
authors.forename: Hironobu
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Morimoto
authors.forename: Yoshitaka
authors.initials: Y
authors.lastname: Yamane
authors.forename: Toshifumi
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Hiraoka
authors.forename: Shogo
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Mukai
mesh_terms: D001013:Aorta, Thoracic / Q000601:surgery*; D001807:Blood Vessel Prosthesis; D006801:Humans; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D014656:Vascular Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods