Saphenous Vein Harvesting for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting. Retrospective Analysis of Possible Causes of Major Wound Complications in Patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease

Abstract

saphenous vein harvesting from limbs with severe PAD can lead to significant morbidity, including limb loss. In patients lacking a palpable pedal pulse, we recommend harvesting only the proximal saphenous vein.