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Title: Subclavian artery approach for insertion of intra-aortic balloon. Author: Mayer JH. Journal: J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg; 1978 Jul; 76(1):61-3. PubMed ID: 661368. Abstract: Subperiosteal clavicular resection for access to the subclavian artery is described. In those patients requiring intra-aortic balloon placement in the nonsurgical setting, such an approach provides a reasonably benign alternative when aortoiliac atherosclerosis prevents the usual retrograde femoral placement. Little morbidity or functional compromise is associated with clavicular wedge resections, and the anatomic availability of a large artery without the need for major surgical maneuvers in these gravely ill patients is a distinct advantage.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]