Management of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
Andres Schanzer, Gustavo S. Oderich
Abstract
Repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm is recommended in men with an aneurysm of 5.5 cm or more and in women with an aneurysm of 5.0 cm or more. In randomized trials, endovascular aortic aneurysm repair was associated with a lower risk of perioperative complications and death than open surgical repair, but mortality was similar after approximately 2 years. After endovascular repair, long-term imaging surveillance is recommended.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineAbdominal aortic aneurysmPerioperativeEndovascular aneurysm repairAneurysmSurgeryAortic aneurysmRandomized controlled trialRadiologyAortic aneurysm repair treatmentsCardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical OutcomesAortic Disease and Treatment Approaches