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graft anastomosis
Pronunciation: /əˌnæstəˈmoʊsɪs/
Surgical connection between bypass graft and target vessel in coronary surgery.
Full Definition
Graft anastomosis refers to the surgical connection created between a bypass conduit (arterial or venous graft) and the target coronary vessel in coronary artery bypass grafting. The anastomosis involves precise suturing techniques to create a patent, leak-free connection that allows blood flow to bypass the stenosed native vessel. Technical factors affecting patency include suture technique, graft quality, target vessel size, and runoff quality. Anastomotic complications can include bleeding, stenosis, or early graft failure.
Usage
Usage note: Plural form is anastomoses; distinguish from the process of creating the connection.
In Context
- "The LAD graft anastomosis was completed with running 7-0 prolene suture." — Operative report
- "All graft anastomoses demonstrated excellent flow patterns on completion." — Surgical case summary
Also known as
bypass anastomosis
surgical anastomosis
Don't confuse with
anastomotic stenosis
graft occlusion