Primary Article

Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty of the Abdominal Aortic Bifurcation

Authors: GUILLERMO L. ARBONA MD, MICHAEL E. VAN AMAN MD, WILLIAM L. SMEAD MD

Abstract

ABSTRACT: N/A Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) of the abdominal aortic bifurcation was performed in three patients with atherosclerotic disease. All three patients had experienced severe claudication on exertion. The dilatations were performed with Gruntzig balloon catheters after determination of a significant pressure gradient (greater than 20 mm Hg) across the stenotic lesions. Follow-up at 9, 12, and 23 months revealed no recurrent symptoms. Balloon dilatation of the distal abdominal aorta is safe and effective and eliminates the risk of impotence that is common after vascular reconstruction.

This content is limited to qualifying members.

Existing members, please login first

If you have an existing account please login now to access this article or view purchase options.

Purchase only this article ($25)

Create a free account, then purchase this article to download or access it online for 24 hours.

Purchase an SMJ online subscription ($75)

Create a free account, then purchase a subscription to get complete access to all articles for a full year.

Purchase a membership plan (fees vary)

Premium members can access all articles plus recieve many more benefits. View all membership plans and benefit packages.

References