Kansas City, KS- Tammy Husn Mustafa, a 60-year-old patient at The University of Kansas Health System, suffered from severe atherosclerosis and peripheral artery disease exacerbated by previous cancer treatment and radiation therapy. Despite being told surgery was not an option, she underwent a new procedure called the "detour" procedure, which involved using a vein to bypass a blocked artery. The detour procedure offers a less invasive alternative to open bypass surgery, especially for patients with complex anatomies.
Tammy Hosseinmostafa, patient
Tammy had five revascularization procedures before the detour procedure, which she thought was her last option.
Tammy describes her recovery as like having an angioplasty, with swelling and the need for elevation and compression stockings.
Reza Hosseinmostafa, Tammy's husband
Reza shares his nervousness during the procedure, feeling relieved when Tammy woke up and the procedure was successful.
Reza expresses excitement about Tammy being back to full capacity, allowing them to plan activities they couldn't do before.
Tammy Hosseinmostafa, patient
Tammy had five revascularization procedures before the detour procedure, which she thought was her last option.
Tammy describes her recovery as like having an angioplasty, with swelling and the need for elevation and compression stockings.
Dr. Axel Thors, Vascular Surgeon, The University of Kansas Health System
Dr. Thors explains that Tammy's atherosclerosis was compounded by previous cancer surgery and radiation therapy, which accelerated the disease.
He also emphasizes the importance of anatomy in determining candidacy for the detour procedure.
