A Novel Method to Adjust Saphenous Vein Graft Lengths Using 3D Printing Models

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Gocer H., Durukan A. B., Tunc O., Naseri E., Ercan E.

HEART SURGERY FORUM, vol.23, no.2, 2020 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 23 Issue: 2
  • Publication Date: 2020
  • Doi Number: 10.1532/hsf.2765
  • Journal Name: HEART SURGERY FORUM
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, EMBASE, MEDLINE
  • Open Archive Collection: AVESIS Open Access Collection
  • Middle East Technical University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Background: The optimal length of saphenous vein grafts can be challenging in surgical coronary revascularization. It is the cornerstone for graft patency. In this study, we tried to demonstrate the value of 3D printing in determining optimal saphenous graft length.