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The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, Vol 37, 169-170, Copyright © 1984 by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

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Subcutaneous technique for saphenous vein harvest

A Rashid, B Fabri and JB Meade

A subcutaneous technique of saphenous vein harvesting is described, and the results of its use in 37 consecutive patients requiring two or more grafts are presented. The technique minimizes the handling of the vein and reduces leg wound complications and patient discomfort.

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