Superficial femoral vein graft interposition in situ repair for femoral mycotic aneurysm.

Femoral mycotic aneurysms require surgical treatment to prevent progressive sepsis and hemorrhage. Some surgeons recommend simple debridement and ligation of the femoral artery, whereas others recommend reconstruction in selected cases or all cases due to concerns about high risk of limb loss. In situ reconstruction has been discouraged due to concerns about anastomotic or graft disruption by persistent infection.

Inflammatory and thrombotic blood markers and walking-related disability in men and women with and without peripheral arterial disease.

Objectives: To determine whether higher circulating levels of thrombotic and inflammatory markers are associated with greater disability.

Design: Cross-sectional.

Setting: Academic medical center.