To report the use of autologous vein to cover a stainless steel stent designated for repair of a traumatic popliteal arteriovenous (AV) fistula.
Methods and Results:
Autologous cephalic vein was harvested to cover a Palmaz biliary stent selected to close a traumatic popliteal AV fistula that persisted despite reparative attempts with balloon occlusion and coil embolization. The vein-covered stent was delivered percutaneously and deployed, successfully obliterating the vascular communication. Patency of the popliteal artery was documented arteriographically at 5 months, and symptomatic improvement continues at 10 months.
Conclusion:
The simplicity of this percutaneous approach and the use of autologous vein to cover endovascular prostheses create the possibility for evaluating this technique in myriad anatomical situations.
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