Stent-Graft Treatment in Diseases of the Thoracic Aorta

Stent-Graft Treatment in Diseases of the Thoracic Aorta

Abstract This article offers an historical perspective and overview for treatment of thoracic aortic aneurysms. The classic technique, design, and delivery system are detailed. It outlines patient selection, the endovascular procedure, and interaction with the vascular surgeon. The authors describe...

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Veröffentlicht in:Seminars in interventional radiology 1998-03, Vol.15 (1), p.21-28
Hauptverfasser: Kato, Noriyuki, Dake, Michael D., Semba, Charles P., Razavi, Mahmood K., Kee, Stephen T., Slonim, Suzanne M., Samuels, Shaun L.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Abstract This article offers an historical perspective and overview for treatment of thoracic aortic aneurysms. The classic technique, design, and delivery system are detailed. It outlines patient selection, the endovascular procedure, and interaction with the vascular surgeon. The authors describe their results as well as complications, and give an overview of this new and highly specialized treatment.
ISSN:0739-9529
1098-8963
DOI:10.1055/s-2008-1057054