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    Area of Science:

    • Vascular Surgery
    • Medical Technology

    Background:

    • Endovascular repair has revolutionized abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) treatment.
    • Technological advancements have expanded treatment to more complex AAA cases.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review all available endovascular grafts for AAA repair.
    • To summarize key clinical trials and technical aspects of endovascular AAA repair.

    Main Methods:

    • Comprehensive literature review of endovascular grafts.
    • Analysis of major clinical trials on AAA repair.
    • Recapitulation of technical tips for standard procedures.

    Main Results:

    • Overview of current endovascular graft options in the market.
    • Synthesis of evidence from significant clinical trials.
    • Guidance on procedural techniques for AAA repair.

    Conclusions:

    • Endovascular repair is a significant advancement in AAA management.
    • The review provides a valuable resource on grafts, trials, and techniques for clinicians.