Inferior epigastric artery as a conduit in myocardial revascularization: the alternative free arterial graft

Ann Thorac Surg. 1990 Feb;49(2):323-5. doi: 10.1016/0003-4975(90)90164-2.

Abstract

When complete revascularization cannot be obtained with the internal mammary artery and greater and lesser saphenous veins, the inferior epigastric artery may be an excellent alternative conduit. We describe our experience with this conduit, review the anatomy of this artery, and present our harvesting technique.

MeSH terms

  • Abdominal Muscles / blood supply*
  • Arteries / anatomy & histology
  • Arteries / transplantation
  • Coronary Artery Bypass / methods*
  • Humans
  • Iliac Artery / anatomy & histology
  • Methods
  • Umbilicus / blood supply