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Rutherford's Vascular Surgery E-Book

Rutherford's Vascular Surgery E-Book

Jack L. Cronenwett | K. Wayne Johnston

(2014)

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Abstract

Published in association with the Society for Vascular Surgery, Rutherford’s Vascular Surgery presents state-of-the-art updates on all aspects of vascular health care. Extensively revised by many new authors to meet the needs of surgeons, interventionalists, and vascular medicine specialists, this medical reference book incorporates medical, endovascular and surgical treatment, as well as diagnostic techniques, decision making and fundamental vascular biology.

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  • Master the latest developments, techniques, and approaches with thorough updates on endovascular applications, vascular access, imaging, non-operative management, and much more.
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  • Get answers you can depend on. Rutherford's delivers the world’s most trusted information on all major areas of vascular health care, is written by international experts, and includes up-to-date bibliographies and annotated recommended references.
  • Discover emerging techniques in rapidly advancing topics, with special emphasis on endovascular coverage, vascular imaging, angiography, CT and MRI.
  • Explore brand new chapters on dialysis catheters, renovascular disease, and management of branches during endovascular aneurysm.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest coverage of endovascular procedures that reflects the changing practices and techniques in vascular surgery.
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Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
e9780323243063v1.pdf 1
Front Cover 1
Inside Front Cover 2
Half title page 3
In Memoriam 4
Robert B. Rutherford, MD, 1931-2013 4
Rutherford's Vascular Surgery, 2-Volume Set, 8/e 5
Copyright Page 6
Dedication 7
Associate Editors 9
Contributors 11
Preface 29
Table Of Contents 31
Video Contents 39
1 Basic Science 41
1 Epidemiology and Clinical Analysis 42
Epidemiology 42
Brief History 42
Modern Developments 42
Clinical Research Methods 43
Study Design 43
Observational Studies 43
Experimental Studies 44
Special Techniques: Meta-Analysis 45
Bias in Study Design 45
Outcomes Analysis 46
Statistical Methods 47
Regression Analysis 47
Survival Analysis 48
Propensity Scoring 49
Errors in Hypothesis Testing 49
Statistical and Database Software 49
Functional Studies 50
Quality of Life 50
Health-Related, Quality-of-Life Survey Instruments 51
Types of Survey Instruments. 51
Limitations of Survey Instruments. 51
Economic Analysis 51
Utility Measures 51
Decision Analysis 52
Markov Models and Monte Carlo Simulation 52
Cost Benefit and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis 53
Outcomes Translational Research 53
Selected Key References 54
References 55
2 Embryology 56
Formation of Embryonic Blood Vessels 56
Molecular Signaling of Vasculogenesis and Angiogenesis 56
Early Angiogenesis 58
Aortic Arch 58
Normal Arch Development 58
Aortic Arch Anomalies 60
Patent Ductus Arteriosus. 60
Coarctation of the Aorta. 60
Double Aortic Arch. 60
Right Aortic Arch. 60
Retroesophageal Right Subclavian Artery. 62
Development of the Descending (Thoracic and Abdominal) Aorta 62
Development of the Limbs 64
Upper Limb 64
e9780323243063v2 1655
Front Cover 1655
Inside Front Cover 1656
Half title page 1657
In Memoriam 1658
Robert B. Rutherford, MD, 1931-2013 1658
Rutherford's Vascular Surgery, 2-Volume Set, 8/e 1659
Copyright Page 1660
Dedication 1661
Associate Editors 1663
Contributors 1665
Preface 1683
Table Of Contents 1685
Video Contents 1693
15 Technique 1695
87 Technique: 1696
Basic Principles 1696
Vascular Instruments and Retractors 1696
Clamps 1696
Needle Holders, Forceps, and Scissors 1697
Retractor Systems 1697
Vascular Sutures and Grafts 1703
Sutures 1703
Grafts 1703
Basic Vascular Techniques 1703
Vascular Exposure and Dissection 1703
Initial Vessel Exposure 1703
“Redo” Vessel Exposure 1704
Anticoagulation 1704
Blood Vessel Control 1704
Vascular Clamping 1704
Balloon Occlusion 1705
Vessel Loops 1705
Pneumatic Tourniquet 1705
Other Techniques 1705
Thrombectomy and Thromboembolectomy 1705
Basic Considerations 1705
Thromboembolectomy Catheters 1706
Technique 1706
Arteriotomy Location and Shape 1706
Minimizing Blood Loss 1706
Minimizing Vascular Injury 1708
Fluoroscopy-Guided Thromboembolectomy 1709
Thromboembolectomy in Specific Conditions 1710
Endarterectomy 1710
Basic Considerations 1710
Open Endarterectomy 1710
Semiclosed Endarterectomy 1714
Eversion Endarterectomy 1715
Orificial and Extraction Endarterectomy 1715
Endarterectomy in Specific Conditions 1715
Arteriotomy Closure 1716
Primary Closure 1716
Patch Closure 1717
Closure of a Transected Vessel 1717
Replacement and Bypass Procedures 1718
Basic Considerations 1718
End-to-Side Anastomosis 1718
Anchor Technique 1718
Parachute Technique 1719
End-to-End Anastomosis 1720
Side-to-Side Anastomosis 1721
Adjunctive Techniques for Infrainguinal Bypass Anastomosis 1721
T-Junction 1721
Saphenofemoral Junction Vein Cuff 1722
Venous Cuffs and Patches for Prosthetic Grafts. 1722
Distal Anastomotic Arteriovenous Fistula. 1723
Selected Key References 1724
References 1725
Appendix e87-1 1711
Technical Considerations for Thromboembolectomy in Specific Conditions 1711
Infrainguinal Thromboembolectomy 1711
Aortic Saddle Embolus 1711
Occluded Bypass 1711
Iliofemoral Venous Thromboembolectomy 1711
Appendix e87-2 1712
Technical Considerations for Endarterectomy at Specific Anatomic Locations 1712
Carotid Bifurcation Disease 1712
Aortic Arch Vessels 1712
Abdominal Aorta and Its Branches 1712
Visceral Endarterectomy. 1712
Renal Endarterectomy. 1712
Aortoiliac Endarterectomy. 1712
Infrainguinal Vessels 1713
88 Technique: Endovascular Diagnostic 1726
Access 1726
Choice of Site 1726
Ultrasound Guidance 1726
Access Options 1726
Common Femoral Artery 1726
Localization 1727
Fluoroscopy. 1727
Ultrasound Guidance. 1727
Antegrade Access 1727
Complications 1728
Popliteal Artery 1728
Tibial Artery 1728
Axillary Artery 1729
Brachial Artery 1729
Radial Artery 1729
Venous 1729
Equipment 1729
Access Needles 1729
Guide Wires 1730
Insertion 1730
Construction 1730
Diameter 1730
Tip Shape 1731
Coating 1731
Length 1731
Selection 1731
Sheaths 1731
Guide Catheters 1732
Clinical Applications 1732
Diagnostic Catheters 1733
Nonselective Catheters 1733
Selective Catheters 1734
Single-Curve Catheters. 1734
Double-Curve Catheters. 1734
Reverse-Curve Catheters. 1735
Crossing Catheters 1735
Techniques for Catheterization of Specific Vessels 1735
Contralateral Iliac 1735
Renal and Mesenteric 1735
Cerebral 1739
Closure Techniques 1740
Manual Compression 1740
Closure Devices 1740
Extravascular Plugs 1740
Angio-Seal. 1740
Exoseal. 1741
MynxGrip and Mynx Cadence. 1741
FISH. 1741
Suture Mediated 1741
ProGlide. 1741
Prostar. 1741
Mechanical Closure 1741
StarClose SE. 1741
Compressive Assistance 1741
Catalyst III. 1741
FemoStop. 1741
Other Mechanisms 1742
Axera. 1742
Topical Hemostatic Aids 1742