title: Novel Technique to Treat Common Femoral Artery Pseudoaneurysm using Angio-Seal Closure Device.
abstract: Iatrogenic common femoral artery pseudoaneurysm is a well-described vascular access complication. Several methods have been proposed to treat these pseudoaneurysms. In this report, we present three cases of successful pseudoaneurysm closure using a novel method of retrograde pseudoaneurysm access and thrombosis with Angio-Seal (St Jude Medical, St Paul, MN) closure device. This technique appears safe, effective, and reduces patient discomfort.
authors.affiliation: Genesis Heart Institute, Davenport, Iowa.
authors.forename: Jon
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Robken
authors.affiliation: Genesis Heart Institute, Davenport, Iowa; Midwest Cardiovascular Research Foundation, Davenport, Iowa.
authors.forename: Nicolas W
authors.initials: NW
authors.lastname: Shammas
keywords: Angio-Seal; common femoral artery; pseudoaneurysm; retrograde access