A lower-limb arterial duplex scan detected bilateral popliteal artery occlusion on forced plantar flexion. As there were unilateral symptoms, a CT angiogram was performed which detected no abnormality ...

Figure 1 shows a thrombosed popliteal artery aneurysm as visualized by ultrasonography. Arterial flow is absent in this vessel. The role of arteriography is not diagnostic, but rather is used in the ...

The superficial femoral artery (SFA) lies largely within the adductor canal, where it is surrounded by a double layer of fascia of the firm muscles of the thigh. After passing the adductor hiatus, the ...

The anterior tibial artery is located in the lower leg, running from the popliteal fossa just behind the knee down along the ...

Acute popliteal artery thrombosis is a rare complication following total knee arthroplasty (TKA), with sequelae including critical limb ischaemia and amputation. We report the case of a 54-year-old ...

Popliteal artery aneurysms (PAAs) are the most frequent peripheral aneurysm with a significant morbidity if left untreated. Open surgical technique is still considered the gold standard ...

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Similarly, radial access can be complicated by arch navigation difficulties. Vascular access via the popliteal artery represents an appealing alternative option; however, data regarding its utility ...