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Ann Thorac Surg 1984;37:169-170
© 1984 The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

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Subcutaneous Technique for Saphenous Vein Harvest

A. Rashid, F.R.C.S., B. Fabri, F.R.C.S., J.B. Meade, F.R.C.S.*

From the Regional Adult Cardio-Thoracic Unit, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool, England

Accepted for publication February 15, 1983.

* Address reprint requests to Mr. Meade, F.R.C.S., Regional Adult Cardio-Thoracic Unit, Broadgreen Hospital, Thomas Drive, Liverpool L14 3LB, England

A subcutaneous technique of saphenous vein harvesting is described, and the results of its use in 37 consecutive patients requiring two or more grafts are presented. The technique minimizes the handling of the vein and reduces leg wound complications and patient discomfort.




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