Society for Vascular Surgery

🚨 #VAM26 Registration is NOW OPEN! Join us in Boston, MA, June 10-13 to explore where the specialty is headed through exceptional education, new research and opportunities to connect with experts from around the world. 💻 Register Today: vam.vascular.org #VascSurg

🫀 Late complications after coarctation repair. This 79 year old developed a distal anastomotic pseudoaneurysm decades later and was treated endovascularly using an endograft + plug with excellent 1 year results 👉 jvscit.org/article/S2468-… #AortEd #AorticCoarctation #TEVAR

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The writing committee from the SVS has commissioned this systematic review to support the development of clinical practice guidelines on the management of patients with BTAI. 📰 Read it through the link in the comments! @JVascSurg

The authors of this JVS research article aimed to investigate Canadian vascular surgery resident perceptions of DEI within their surgical training programs. Read: ow.ly/cvjm50YXPSp @JVascSurg

✅ Correct Answer: A: Age Discussion: In a recent study looking at the success of using prostheses in patients undergoing above-the-knee amputation, the odds of receiving a prosthetic were nearly 30 times higher in those able to ambulate independently prior to amputation. Increased age was associated with a 54% decrease in prostheses for every increase in age of 10 years. Biological sex and amputation etiology were not associated with the receipt of a prosthesis.

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💬 Complete the poll below with your answer! The correct answer will be added as a comment in 24 hours. Want more review? VESAP6 is an online, self-assessment program with 600+ questions, including detailed discussions and references. 👉 vascular.org/vesap #VascSurg

This “How I Do It” video briefly describes a carotid body tumor case and provides narrated footage demonstrating how our vascular surgeons approach carotid body tumors. 👉 Continue watching this video, along with hours of other educational content: vasculearn.vascular.org. #VascSurg

This week’s #VAM26 Visual VAM showcases a session that explores the ABCs of successful vascular laboratory management through an expert-led discussion. 🔗 Register today: vam.vascular.org #VascSurg @stuts_MD

Maintaining true lumen wire access with placement of the Terumo Thoraflex Hybrid Device is the focus of this week’s #VAM26 Video Abstract. 🔗 Register today for #VAM26: vam.vascular.org #VascSurg

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This @JVSVL article presents a study evaluating the feasibility, safety and early efficacy of basilic access 1470-nm endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) for treating refluxing gonadal veins in women with pelvic venous disorders. 📰 Read it through the link in the comments!

Vascular disease risk rises as we age, with 20–30% of adults 80+ living with at least one vascular condition. This Older Americans Month, prioritize vascular health: stay active, eat well, sleep 7–9 hours & monitor BP. Visi YourVascularHealth.org #HighwaytoHealth #SVSAmbassador

Vascular surgeons care for a wide variety of patients—from venous disease to complex arterial conditions and dialysis access. 🧵Read more from the @VascularSVS Young Surgeon Section in this thread. (1/3) #NextGenVascular #VascSurg #ChooseVascular #VascularCare

The May issue of the Journal of Vasculsr Surgery is now live ! Explore the latest science with a special focus on the @VascularSVS clinical practice guidelines on blunt thoracic aortic injury Check it out : #fullCover" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">jvascsurg.org/issue/S0741-52…

This week’s #VAM26 Visual VAM highlights a prospective trial evaluating program-led wellness initiatives and their impact on vascular trainee well-being over four years. 🔗 Register today: vam.vascular.org #VascSurg

We’ve pulled together a list of special sessions at VAM26 so you can take a closer look at what’s happening in Boston this June and start mapping out your VAM experience. 👉 More details on these sessions: ow.ly/yXCl50YS54t 🔗 Register today: vam.vascular.org #VascSurg

⭐ This week's Voices of Vascular profile highlights Dr. Carlos Bechara! For Dr. Bechara, vascular surgery is more than a profession. It is a lifelong commitment to innovation, mentorship and community. 🔗 Read his full profile: ow.ly/aukF50YRk6t #VascSurg #AAHM

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This JVS-VI article highlights a study that evaluates PAD prevalence and risk factors among IA participants screened at Comprehensive Heart and Multidisciplinary Limb Preservation Outreach Networks (CHAMPIONS) programs. 📰 Read: ow.ly/eSSi50YNZNf @JVascSurgVI #VascSurg