Journal of vascular and interventional radiology : JVIR
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Sep 2012
Comparative StudyAntegrade superficial femoral artery versus common femoral artery punctures for infrainguinal occlusive disease.
To compare the outcomes of planned superficial femoral artery (SFA) and common femoral artery (CFA) antegrade punctures in patients undergoing endovascular interventions for infrainguinal occlusive arterial disease in a single center. ⋯ Planned antegrade SFA puncture under ultrasound guidance can be performed safely in selected cases with no added morbidity. Interventionalists should have a low threshold for considering antegrade SFA puncture as a first-line access site, especially in patients with a hostile groin.