[Remote results and critical review of the use of the Sparks-Mandril prosthesis]. / Risultati a distanza e revisione critica dell'uso della protesi di Sparks-Mandril.

ABSTRACT

Long-term clinical results and pathologic features, both macroscopic and microscopic, of 24 Sparks-Mandril grafts as femoro-popliteal substitutes are reviewed. High rate of complications and low percentage of patency are stressed. Further use of this graft is not recommended.