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The portal vein is formed at the confluence of the splenic and superior mesenteric vein behind the head of the pancreas. Normal blood pressure within the portal system varies between 5 and 10 mmHg. Portal hypertension is defined when the gradient between the portal and systemic venous blood pressure exceeds 5 mmHg. The most common cause of portal hypertension is cirrhosis. In cirrhosis, portal hypertension...
To show cases which depict atherosclerotic occlusive disease in the femoral, popliteal and infrapopliteal regions and review endovascular therapeutic options. To discuss advantages and disadvantages of the different types of interventions. To discuss the importance of patient demographics, clinical presentation and ultimate goals of therapy in treatment.Chronic lower extremity atherosclerotic disease...
Compare the primary, primary assisted and secondary patency rates of covered versus bare stents at 3 locations (venous anastomosis, outflow vein and central veins) in dialysis access at 6 months and 1 year.The charts of all patients who underwent stent placement at our institution from January 2007 to December 2010 were reviewed in order to have a 1-year total follow-up for each patient. Demographics,...
1. The purpose of this study is to retrospectively compare the primary, primary assisted and secondary patency rates of HeRO dialysis access at 6 months and 1 year compared to AVGs. 2. To do a cost analysis of performing and maintaining HeRO dialysis access over a 1 year period versus AVGs.Charts of all patients undergoing grafts and HeRO placement between 2009 and 2011 were reviewed to 1-year follow-up...
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