A Fibula Preserving Dorsolateral Approach to Reach Both the Peroneal and Posterior Tibial Arteries

Abstract

Below knee bypass grafting involving the peroneal artery may be demanding. The dorsolateral approach to reach the peroneal artery and posterior tibial artery is associated with less trauma and fewer complication rates, as no muscle dissection is necessary. This approach was described by Debus et al. in Gefaesschirurgie in 2002.