Patient doses in endovascular and hybrid revascularization of the lower extremities

摘要

Objective: Hybrid surgical methods such as remote endarterectomy and endovascular revascularization are fluoroscopy-guided procedures successfully replacing conventional open surgery for treatment of peripheral artery disease (PAD). The aim of this study was to: (1) evaluate the dose parameters describing exposure of patients undergoing endovascular or hybrid revascularization of the lower limb (below the inguinal ligament); (2) compare the data available in the literature with the evaluations of patients' dose values and related factors for patients undergoing such procedures; (3) examine the correlation of doses with certain parameters; (4) estimate the peak skin dose and assess the potential for radiation-induced skin injuries during the procedures.