Evaluation of Superficial Femoral Artery Remote Endarterectomy for Treatment of Critical Limb Ischemia in Patients with Limited Autogenous Conduit

Remote superficial femoral artery endarterectomy with distal revascularization allows for autogenous reconstruction in patients with critical limb ischemia and compromised conduit by shortening bypass length. This procedure constitutes an appealing alternative to the use of synthetic material for lower extremity revascularization. Further study is needed to determine whether the long-term results are superior to distal composite bypass or polytetrafluoroethylene bypass alone.