This study indicates that computer analysis of carotid plaque can identify high-risk carotid plaques. The potential of such analysis in the identification of asymptomatic high-risk patients should be explored in further studies.

This study has shown that the identification of the high risk carotid plaques, i.e. those associated with a high incidence of cerebral infarction is possible both in symptomatic and asymptomatic patients. The potential of such analysis in the identification of patients with asymptomatic carotid stenosis with high and low risk of stroke should be explored in a natural history study.

TachoComb H patches were found to be safe and effective for the control of suture-hole bleeding in patients undergoing vascular reconstruction with PTFE grafts.

Pseudomyxoma peritonei is a relatively rare and poorly understood condition in which mucus accumulates within the peritoneal cavity. The presence of cells in the mucin, either inflammatory or neoplastic, distinguishes it from simple acellular mucus ascites caused by mucinous spillage. There is widespread seeding of the peritoneal and omental surfaces with a heavy cancerous glaze. This is principally a complication of borderline or malignant neoplasm of the ovary and/or appendix. This paper describes two cases of previously healthy women who both presented with an acute abdomen, and were diagnosed postoperatively with pseudomyxoma peritonei. In addition, literature on the clinical presentation, diagnostic procedures, and treatment options has been briefly reviewed.

Aneurysms involving the deep femoral artery, otherwise known as the profunda femoris artery (PFA), are extremely rare. Rarer still are bilateral PFA aneurysms (PFAAs). The diagnosis is difficult, but it may be suggested by the presence of a pulsatile tumor in the region of the femoral artery or by symptoms resulting from complications such as rupture or thromboembolism. A high index of suspicion is essential to diagnose them because they may present atypically. Surgery remains the treatment of choice and should be carried out electively for asymptomatic aneurysms. Surgery in an emergency situation can be challenging, especially when it involves vascular reconstruction as dictated by the peripheral vascular circulation.