Vascular Research

Attached are some recently published articles by the Division of Vascular Surgery:

“Distal Revascularization–Interval Ligation (DRIL) for the Treatment of Dialysis Access Steal Phenomenon,” Description of ultrasound imaging techniques developed in the Peripheral Vascular Diagnostic Center for post-operative evaluation of complex surgical repair of dialysis access fistulae. (Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Nov. Dec. 2009; Vol. 25:316-322) (http://jdm.sagepub.com)

“Open vs. endovascular repair of isolated iliac artery aneurysms: A 12-year experience.”  Research results using new stent graft technology for the endovascular repair of large aneurysms isolated to the iliac arteries in the pelvic region. (Journal of Vascular Surgery, 2009; Vol. 49:1147-1153)  (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19237261)

“Contemporary Outcomes for Carotid Endartectomy at a Large Community-Based Academic Health Center,” Article documents excellent patient outcomes following carotid endarterectomy by the Division of Vascular Surgery at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. (Annals of Vascular Surgery 2007; Vol. 21: 321-327)  (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17368835)

“Intentional Coverage of a Main Renal Artery During Endovascular Juxtarenal Aortic Aneurysm Repair in Symptomatic High-Risk Patients.” Results of using new stent graft technology for the endovascular repair of aortic aneurysms which require placement of a portion of the graft over the origin of the main arteries to the kidneys. (Journal of Endovascular Therapy, 2006; Vol. 13: 681 – 686)  (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17042663)