摘要 |
This invention is methods, and devices for forming a conduit (18) to place a target vessel in fluid communication with a source of blood, such as the aor ta or a heart chamber. The conduit (18) may include a first conduit (118) including synthetic vascular graft material, such as PTFE, coupled to a seco nd conduit (110) in the form of a hollow tissue structure, such as an autologou s vessel. The first conduit (118) is secured to the target vessel. The second conduit (110) is secured to the first conduit (118), and is placed in fluid communication with a blood source. |