profundaplasty

Full Definition

Profundaplasty is a vascular surgical technique involving the reconstruction or widening of the profunda femoris (deep femoral) artery to enhance collateral circulation to the leg. This procedure is particularly valuable when the superficial femoral artery is occluded, as the profunda femoris serves as the primary collateral pathway for limb perfusion. The surgery typically involves patch angioplasty or endarterectomy of the profunda femoris origin and proximal segment to maximize flow through this crucial vessel.

Usage

Usage note: Often performed in conjunction with other femoral artery reconstructions.

In Context

• "Profundaplasty was performed with bovine pericardial patch to optimize collateral flow." — operative report
• "The procedure included common femoral endarterectomy with extension into the profundaplasty." — surgical documentation