[Abdominal aortic aneurysm treated by endovascular surgery: a case report]

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Nursing Care Planning
• Public Health

Background:

• Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are arterial wall dilations, commonly linked to atherosclerosis, smoking, and hypertension.
• Untreated AAAs pose a significant risk of rupture, necessitating surgical intervention.
• Surgical treatment involves endovascular repair using a stent-graft prosthesis.

Observation:

• A case report of a patient diagnosed with AAA during routine screening.
• The patient underwent ambulatory surgical treatment for the condition.
• A comprehensive nursing care plan was developed based on Virginia Henderson's model, divided into preoperative and postoperative phases.

Findings:

• The care plan incorporated NANDA diagnoses, NIC interventions, and NOC outcomes.
• Potential complications and collaborative problems were identified.
• Some NOC indicators remained unresolved at hospital discharge, necessitating primary care follow-up.

Implications:

• Effective nursing care planning is crucial for managing patients with abdominal aortic aneurysms.
• Seamless coordination between hospital care and primary healthcare is vital for addressing unresolved patient outcomes.
• This case highlights the importance of a holistic nursing approach in vascular surgery patient management.