👉 An arteriotomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing veins from one part of the body to create an artery in another. Arteriotomies are often used during certain types of surgery, such as open-heart surgeries and abdominal procedures, to remove excess blood or other substances from the body. The process of arteriotomy typically begins with the surgeon making a small incision in the area where the artery is to be created. This incision allows them to see inside the vein and make any
