What is angioectomy?
- Aneurysms: Aneurysms are balloon-like bulges in the wall of a blood vessel that can cause pain and other symptoms. Angioectomy is often used to remove aneurysms, especially when they are located in a small blood vessel or when the aneurysm is difficult to treat with other methods.
- Arteriovenous malformations: Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are abnormal connections between arteries and veins that can bypass capillaries. AVMs can cause a variety of symptoms, including pain, swelling, and bleeding. Angioectomy is often used to treat AVMs that are difficult to treat with other methods.
- Tumors: Angioectomy is also used to treat blood vessel tumors, including benign tumors such as hemangiomas and malignant tumors such as angiosarcomas.
Angioectomy is typically performed through an incision in the skin over the affected blood vessel. The surgeon then uses a variety of surgical instruments to remove the diseased blood vessel or portion of the blood vessel. In some cases, a stent or graft may be placed to help keep the blood vessel open after the angioectomy.
Angioectomy is a complex and delicate surgical procedure, but it is generally considered safe and effective in treating a variety of blood vessel conditions. The success rate of angioectomy depends on a number of factors, including the type of condition being treated, the location of the blood vessel, and the surgeon's skill and experience.