Techniques Providing Endpoints for Revascularization in Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia

Semin Intervent Radiol. 2023 Jun 16;40(2):177-182. doi: 10.1055/s-0043-1768608. eCollection 2023 Apr.

Abstract

It is frequently difficult to estimate the revascularization endpoint in patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia where there may be extensive multifocal multiarterial disease. There have been attempts to identify an endpoint for revascularization procedures, but none has become the standard of care. An ideal indicator of an endpoint can objectively quantify tissue perfusion, predict wound healing, and is easily and efficiently used intraprocedurally to assist real-time decision making on whether adequate perfusion has been reached. Candidate techniques to evaluate endpoints post-revascularization are discussed here.

Keywords: angioplasty; chronic limb-threatening ischemia; interventional radiology; peripheral arterial disease; stent; wound.

Publication types

  • Review