Abstract:Background: Hypothenar hammer syndrome (HHS) is traditionally treated with venous bypass grafting, but controversy has arisen as arterial grafts have become more available. Methods: A retrospective review of all patients undergoing ulnar artery bypass grafting for HHS with an arterial graft from 2008 to 2017 was performed. We also review the literature for patency rates and discuss the scenarios that favor different graft choices. Results: Six patients were included in our series. Five had primary surgery and … Show more
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