Ann Yufa, Amarseen Mikael, Gloryanne Gautier, Joseph Yoo, Trung Duong Vo, Majid Tayyarah, Darian Behseresht, Jeffrey Hsu, Iden Andacheh
OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to determine the safety, efficacy, and applicability of percutaneous axillary artery (pAxA) access in patients requiring upper extremity large sheath access during complex aortic, cardiac, and peripheral endovascular procedures. We also take this opportunity to address the potential cost-benefits offered by pAxA access compared to open upper extremity access. METHODS: A total of 26 consecutive patients, between June 2018 and October 2020, underwent endovascular intervention, requiring upper extremity access (UEA)...
July 2022: Annals of Vascular Surgery