Surgical Treatment of Cephalic Arch Stenosis through Rotation of the External Jugular Vein

Abstract

The percutaneous transluminal balloon angioplasty or cephalic vein transposition is the treatment for cephalic arch stenosis. In some cases, rotation of the external jugular vein may be a good option for the cephalic arch problems. We describe a new technique to treat cephalic arch stenosis. The technique enables the cephalic arch and subclavian vein to be bypassed altogether through the rotation of the external jugular vein. It consists of 3 small incisions, thus causing minimal surgical damage.