Novel Technique to Treat Common Femoral Artery Pseudoaneurysm using Angio-Seal Closure Device

Abstract

Iatrogenic common femoral artery pseudoaneurysm is a well-described vascular access complication. Several methods have been proposed to treat these pseudoaneurysms. In this report, we present three cases of successful pseudoaneurysm closure using a novel method of retrograde pseudoaneurysm access and thrombosis with Angio-Seal (St Jude Medical, St Paul, MN) closure device. This technique appears safe, effective, and reduces patient discomfort.

Keywords

pseudoaneurysm - Angio-Seal - retrograde access - common femoral artery

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