[HSF] radial artery-vein patch

[Steven Schwartz]

No. We've used radials extensively over the past 8 years. We started  
putting the proximal to the LIMA, then moved to putting the proximal  
directly to the aorta. We use 6-0 prolene for the proximal  
anastamosis to the aorta and have not seen any problems. The usual  
issues should be considered in selection of RAs and targets in  
regards to degree of proximal stenosis.
Steven Schwartz

On Mar 2, 2008, at 8:20 AM, yadav del wrote:

> I have seen some surgeons using vein or pericardial patch  cuff   
> for proximal radial artery anastomosis  over aorta.
>
>   Is it necessary to do so?
>
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