Correct Answer B
Dacron graft is a type of textile synthetic graft. It is associated with increased risk of
thrombosis due to low flow rates.
They are pre coated with collagen, which eliminates the need for pre-clotting
It is now reserved for aortic and high pressure, large diameter bypass grafts or used as
aortic endografts.
Ref: Diabetic Foot: Lower Extremity Arterial Disease and Limb Salvage, Anton N. Sidawy,
2006 Edition, Chapter 22, Page 234; Mastery of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery By
Gerald B. Zelenock, 2006 Edition, Chapter 50, Page 414; Vascular Access: Principles and
Practice By Samuel Eric Wilson, 5th Edition, Page 115 Vascular Surgery By Alun H.
Davies, Page 135.
Dacron graft is a type of textile synthetic graft. It is associated with increased risk of
thrombosis due to low flow rates.
They are pre coated with collagen, which eliminates the need for pre-clotting
It is now reserved for aortic and high pressure, large diameter bypass grafts or used as
aortic endografts.
Ref: Diabetic Foot: Lower Extremity Arterial Disease and Limb Salvage, Anton N. Sidawy,
2006 Edition, Chapter 22, Page 234; Mastery of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery By
Gerald B. Zelenock, 2006 Edition, Chapter 50, Page 414; Vascular Access: Principles and
Practice By Samuel Eric Wilson, 5th Edition, Page 115 Vascular Surgery By Alun H.
Davies, Page 135.