Clinical cases in vascular techniques

This section provides a selection of clinical cases provided by experts in vascular techniques.

Carotid stenosis without visible atheromatous plaque raises diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, especially in patients with complex medical backgrounds. This case presents an uncommon scenario of subocclusive carotid stenosis in a woman with a history of breast cancer and prior radiotherapy, inviting reflection on the potential role of radiation-induced vascular injury.

Carotid stenosis: the athero-mystery
Leforte Hospital – São Paulo, Brazil

A 72-year-old patient with severe left carotid stenosis and contralateral occlusion raises a critical treatment challenge. Discover the case details and join the discussion on revascularisation strategy and device selection.

Severe carotid artery stenosis associated with contralateral carotid occlusion
Cotignola, Italy

A rare, aggressive AV malformation in a 7-day-old baby, diagnosed as Kaposiform hemangioendothelioma, poses a high risk of rapid growth and severe bleeding. What treatment offers the best chance to control this life-threatening condition?

7-days old baby with AV Malformation
University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany
University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany

A high-risk 60-year-old male with multiple cardiovascular comorbidities presented with a > 70 % calcified ulcerated stenosis of the left internal carotid artery. Imaging confirmed diffuse parietal disease and a Type I arch. This case explores the therapeutic strategy and technical approach used to manage carotid revascularisation safely and effectively.

Asymptomatic carotid stenosis stenting
Leforte Hospital – São Paulo, Brazil

A dissected thoraco-abdominal aorta has evolved into a triple-lumen aneurysm, with two false lumens feeding vital organs and a compressed true lumen in between. This case highlights a staged, fully endovascular repair using physician-modified fenestrations to protect all four visceral branches—avoiding open surgery despite complex anatomy.

Total endo‑aortic repair for a triple‑lumen post‑dissection TAAA
Xiamen University Affiliated Cardiovascular Hospital, China

A 79-year-old man with diabetes, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and chronic kidney disease presents with necrosis at the site of a prior toe amputation, performed without revascularisation. TcpO₂ is critically low (3 mmHg), and the WIfI score is 2-3-1. Angiography reveals limited BTK runoff with anterior tibial and peroneal patency, but occlusions of the dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial. Diffuse calcification is observed in foot arteries (MAC-score 5), consistent with a desert foot pattern.
What would be your revascularisation strategy in this challenging scenario?

Treatment for no-option CLTI patient
Peschiera del Garda, Italy

An 80-year-old patient with a complex vascular history presents with left carotid patch enlargement and tight stenosis before the venous patch. With previous strokes and surgical interventions, the case invites discussion on the best management strategy. What would you do next?

Unusual carotid enlargement after CEA
Bordeaux, France
Hospital Pellegrin - Bordeaux, France
Professor of vascular surgery, PVI Editor-in-Chief

Professor of vascular surgery
Head of unit of vascular surgery CHU Bordeaux - France

Conflicts of interest:

Honoraria from: COOK Médical, Térumo-Vascutek, Siemens, GORE

This case details a 71-year-old male with a history of AAA and multiple interventions, now facing a large Type II endoleak. Despite several treatments over the years, the endoleak persists, posing a significant challenge. Review the clinical data, imaging, and consider the next steps in treatment through our poll!

Re-do endovascular endoleak embolisation by transprosthetic puncture after endovascular aneurysm repair
Massy, France

A 69-year-old male with a complex vascular history, including prior stents and endarterectomy, presents with worsening left leg ischemia (Rutherford class IV).

IVL in PAD: crossing calcified lesions
Avignon, France
Interventional cardiologist
Strasbourg, France
Interventional radiologist

Study the case of a 62-year-old patient with coronary disease, obesity, diabetes, and dyslipidemia, who has a history of RCIA, LCIA, and SFA stenting, along with thromboendarterectomy of the RCFA.

PAD with in-stent restenosis and calcified crossing management
Hospital: Paris Saint-Joseph, France

Professor of Vascular Surgery 
President of the association of the french university hospitals for clinical research 

Conflicts of interest:

Research funding from Predisurge, Biotronik, WL Gore, GE Healthcare 
Honoraria from Abbott, BD, Bentely, Biotronik, Boston Scientific, Cook, Eclevar Medtech, GE Healthcare, Ivascular, Medtronic, Penumbra, Sensome, Shockwave medical, WL Gore (consulting, medical advisory board, educational course, speaking)

Avignon, France
Interventional cardiologist
Bordeaux, France