Infrainguinal revascularization using the Crosser^® vibrational system

Abstract

Revascularization of infrainguinal vessels is still a challenge. Complications such as flow-limiting dissections or perforation are responsible for a limited success rate. Failed revascularization attempt leads to amputation in a significant number of patients and increases mortality. We report the use of a novel percutaneous device using the CROSSER catheter^® system in two patients with peripheral vascular disease. In case # 1 anterior tibial artery patency was restored in a diabetic foot and in case # 2 a chronic traumatic occlusion of the superficial femoral artery was revascularized. In both cases the lesion was recanalized in a short time without any procedure-related complications. The CROSSER catheter^® system can overcome technical problems and make reentry devices and retrograde distal accesses less relevant. It opens new horizons for the treatment of complex below-the-knee lesions.

Key words::

• Vibrational angioplasty
• critical limb ischemia
• chronic total occlusion
• endovascular interventions
• intraluminal recanalization

Declaration of interest: The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the paper.