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[Thoracic aortic aneurysm]

D Kotelis1, P Geisbüsch, M Hakimi

  • 1Klinik für Gefäßchirurgie und endovaskuläre Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Deutschland. drosos.kotelis@med.uni-heidelberg.de

Der Chirurg; Zeitschrift Fur Alle Gebiete Der Operativen Medizen
|April 6, 2012
PubMed

Insights

Thoracic aortic aneurysms (TAA) are common, often asymptomatic, and diagnosed incidentally. Treatment involves monitoring growth, with surgery indicated at 6 cm, and thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) offering advantages.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Radiology

Context:

  • Thoracic aortic aneurysms (TAA) represent the most frequent pathology affecting the thoracic aorta.
  • TAA incidence is rising, with atherosclerosis being the primary cause, alongside hereditary, inflammatory, and infectious factors.
  • TAA are typically asymptomatic, leading to incidental diagnosis during imaging.

Purpose:

  • To outline the diagnostic modalities and treatment strategies for thoracic aortic aneurysms.
  • To discuss the current surgical options, including thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR).
  • To emphasize the importance of follow-up after TEVAR for long-term success.

Summary:

  • Computed tomography angiography (CTA) and magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) are key for diagnosis and surgical planning.
  • TAA growth averages 0.10-0.42 cm/year, with surgical intervention recommended at a 6 cm diameter.
  • Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) presents advantages over open repair, particularly for aortic arch pathologies.

Impact:

  • Improved diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning for thoracic aortic aneurysms.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes through timely surgical intervention and minimally invasive TEVAR.
  • Established guidelines for managing TAA, including critical follow-up protocols post-TEVAR.

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