An International, Expert-Based Delphi Consensus Document on Controversial Issues about TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR).

Background: Transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) has emerged as an alternative therapeutic modality to carotid endarterectomy (CEA) and transfemoral carotid artery stenting (TFCAS) for the management of patients with carotid artery stenosis. However, certain issues regarding the indications and contraindications of TCAR remain unanswered or unresolved. The aim of this international, expert-based Delphi consensus document was to attempt to provide some guidance on these topics.

Transcatheter Arterialization of the Deep Veins for Limb Salvage.

Critical limb-threatening ischemia is the most advanced stage of peripheral arterial disease, and patients with this problem represent a group at very high risk of limb loss. Until recently, patients with severe disease in the foot that was unreconstructable through the arterial system were relegated to treatment with wound care, pain management, and ultimately often faced major amputation. In recent investigations into the use of a percutaneous approach to venous arterialization, transcatheter arterialization of the deep veins has been evaluated as a mechanism to improve oxygen delivery to the foot in patients faced with the prospect of limb loss.

Automated Measurement of Vascular Calcification in Femoral Endarterectomy Patients Using Deep Learning.

Atherosclerosis, a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the large arteries, presents a global health risk. Accurate analysis of diagnostic images, like computed tomographic angiograms (CTAs), is essential for staging and monitoring the progression of atherosclerosis-related conditions, including peripheral arterial disease (PAD). However, manual analysis of CTA images is time-consuming and tedious.