Angiographic Dissection Patterns and Patency Outcomes After Balloon Angioplasty for Superficial Femoral Artery Disease

Severe dissection was found in 42% of cases after PTA. A small vessel diameter and/or TASC II C/D lesions were related to a high incidence of dissection. Severe dissection during procedures employing balloon angioplasty only could affect long-term patency.