Acta Angiologica 2008, tom 14, nr 1

Although division and reconstruction of the left renal vein is not a routine procedure in the course of abdominal aortic aneurysm operations, this manoeuvre, in selected cases, significantly facilitates access to the neck of the aneurysm or to the suprarenal part of the aorta. The aim of the study was to attempt to find answers to the following questions: — how often is the procedure of dividing the left renal vein necessary during reconstructive operations on patients with abdominal aortic aneurysms, in the author's experience? ..

The case of a 56-year-old patient suffering from morbid obesity associated with lymphoedema of the lower limbs is reported. A clinical diagnosis of idiopathic cyclic oedema and stage II lipo-lymphoedema was made, characterized by hardened oedema which was irreversible during resting, and the presence of varicosities in the lower medial third of the limbs..

Evaluation of the criteria influencing certification regarding the ability to work on patients after operation on the arterial system of lower limbs. Thirty-two patients took part in the study in production age (from 39 to 61 years, median 49) after lower limb arterial reconstruction (open or endovascular)...

Vascular injuries of the thoracic inlet and mediastinum present formidable difficulties in terms of exposure and management. The majority of patients with gunshot wounds to the thoracic aorta and brachiocephalic vessels do not reach the operating room alive, but those who do present unique problems for thoracic and vascular surgeons...

Penetrating atherosclerotic ulcers are a rare condition characterized by the ulceration of an aortic atherosclerotic plaque penetrating through the internal elastic lamina into the aortic media. Despite the lack of consensus on optimal management of this disorder, we successfully treated two patients with penetrating atherosclerotic ulcers using an endovascular method...