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Andre Uflacker1, Scott Lim2, Michael Ragosta2
1Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging University of Virginia, 1215 Lee St., Charlottesville, VA 22908.
Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology : JVIR
|September 27, 2015
Summary
Transcaval access provides a novel approach for thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) when traditional methods fail. This technique successfully treated a descending thoracic aneurysm and demonstrated safe closure of the access tract.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Interventional Cardiology
- Aortic Disease Management
Background:
- Transcaval access is an alternative route for cardiovascular interventions when standard arterial access is challenging.
- Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) is a minimally invasive treatment for thoracic aortic aneurysms.
- Limitations in conventional arterial access necessitate innovative approaches for aortic repair.
