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Standard of Practice for the Endovascular Treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Type B Dissections CARDIOVASCULAR AND INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY Fanelli, F., Dake, M. D. 2009; 32 (5): 849-860

Abstract

Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) represents a minimally invasive technique alternative to conventional open surgical reconstruction for the treatment of thoracic aortic pathologies. Rapid advances in endovascular technology and procedural breakthroughs have contributed to a dramatic transformation of the entire field of thoracic aortic surgery. TEVAR procedures can be challenging and, at times, extraordinarily difficult. They require seasoned endovascular experience and refined skills. Of all endovascular procedures, meticulous assessment of anatomy and preoperative procedure planning are absolutely paramount to produce optimal outcomes. These guidelines are intended for use in quality-improvement programs that assess the standard of care expected from all physicians who perform TEVAR procedures.

View details for DOI 10.1007/s00270-009-9668-6

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