Accuracy of duplex ultrasonography in estimation of severity of peripheral vascular disease.

Duplex ultrasonography (DUS) is a safe, noninvasive method for imaging vasculature when compared with conventional angiography. Our goal is to assess the accuracy of DUS compared with angiography of the lower extremities. We reviewed a total of 373 lesions in 278 patients from July 2005 through June 2010.

Endovascular repair of post-traumatic, concomitant popliteal artery pseudoaneurysm and arteriovenous fistula.

Popliteal artery trauma is a potentially devastating injury to the lower extremity with substantial associated morbidity. Pseudoaneurysm and arteriovenous fistula formation are complications of arterial injury that often present in a delayed fashion. Although these have traditionally been repaired using an open procedure, the growth of minimally invasive techniques has provided new therapeutic options for the treatment of such lesions.