Anterograde perfusion in acute limb ischemia secondary to vascular occlusive cardiopulmonary support

Cardiopulmonary support (CPS) can resuscitate a patient with circulatory collapse during high‐risk interventional procedures, although vascular complications may accompany its use. We report a patient with cardiogenic shock secondary to myocardial infarction who required extended CPS support associated with acute infarct‐related coronary artery angioplasty and stent placement. Leg ischemia due to an occlusive cannula was resolved using a percutaneous anterograde perfusion device. In general, such devices may have application in patients dependent on mechanical support associated with limb ischemia. © 1995 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.