[Arterial macrocirculation following ultraviolet irradiation of venous blood in patients with arterial occlusive disease].

The influence on macrocirculatory parameters by ultraviolet irradiation of autologous venous blood was controlled in 5 patients. The ultraviolet irradiation did not show any positive effect on different sizes of blood supply. Therefore, as a conclusion the recommendation is given in every case at first to attempt the possibilities of a reconstruction of the arterial vascular system before the use of this therapy.