The use of autologous femoral vein for the repair of the common iliac vein after resection of a pheochromocytoma

Abstract

Aim

To illustrate the use of autologous femoral vein for grafting ilio-caval vein defects following abdomino-pelvic tumour resections.

Methods

Case report and literature review.

Results

Durable restoration of ilio-caval patency was achieved, with minimal morbidity from graft harvesting.

Conclusions

Autologous femoral vein presents a viable graft option for the immediate reconstruction of large intra-abdominal vein deficits.