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Blunt handlebar injury causing internal avulsion of the common femoral artery in an 11-year-old boy

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Pediatric vascular injuries pose a unique set of challenges for surgeons given their rarity. When indicated, vascular reconstruction requires careful consideration of the patient's age and continued growth. This influences the choice of conduit and operative technique. Here we present a case report of an 11-year-old boy with an internal avulsion injury and thrombosis of the right common femoral artery after a blunt handlebar injury from a bicycle crash. Reconstruction was performed using contralateral great saphenous vein in a panel graft fashion.

Source: Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases and Innovative Techniques

DOI: 10.1016/j.jvscit.2025.102109

Authors: Shiza Bari, Amber Hendricks, Brendan Gontarz, James Healy, Edward Gifford

Institutions: UConn Health, Waterbury Hospital, Hartford Hospital, Connecticut Children's Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Vascular Procedures and Complications

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,250