Although demanding, the technique can be reserved for selected cases with failed antegrade recanalization. This technique is valuable when a proximal occlusion is not crossable, when a dissection flap or a perforation in the proximal portion of a target vessel hinders guide-wire advancement. This technique may represent a feasible endovascular option to avoid second distal puncture exhausting the landing zone of a future distal bypass.
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