Department
Neurosurgery
Document Type
Article
Abstract
The techniques for revascularization in the neurocranium, skull base, and neck continue to evolve at an exciting pace. In this body of literature, however, techniques for harvesting radial artery and saphenous vein grafts are mainly reported using traditional open techniques. Minimally invasive procedures are fast becoming an alternative to open techniques in many fields and have the potential to become the standard of care. The cardiovascular literature is replete with reports of endoscopically harvested vascular grafts. This article reviews both methods, since the current state of the art involves knowledge of open and endoscopic harvesting techniques.
Publication Date
8-1-2005
Publication Title
Skull Base
ISSN
1531-5010
Volume
15
Issue
3
First Page
241
Last Page
251
PubMed ID
16175233
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
10.1055/s-2005-872599
Recommended Citation
Johnson, Terence E; Wanebo, John E; Bayles, Stephen W; and Liu, Charles Y, "Graft harvesting for revascularization in the head and neck." (2005). Neurosurgery. 681.
https://scholar.barrowneuro.org/neurosurgery/681