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Modified Octopus Technique for Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Published on: August 1, 2025
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[Approach to aortic aneurysms in the elderly].
Şeyda Günay, N Sümeyye Güllülü1
1Department of Cardiology, Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Bursa, Turkey. sumeyyeg@uludag.edu.tr.
Summary
Aortic aneurysms are a serious concern in older adults, often requiring surgical repair when large. Early diagnosis and monitoring are key for managing this condition in the elderly population.
Area of Science:
- Geriatrics
- Vascular Surgery
- Cardiovascular Disease
Background:
- The global population is aging, leading to an increased prevalence of age-related diseases.
- Aortic aneurysms are a significant cause of mortality, particularly in individuals over 65.
- Abdominal aortic aneurysms are more common than thoracic aortic aneurysms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of considering aortic aneurysms in the differential diagnosis of elderly patients.
- To outline the clinical presentation, risk factors, and management strategies for aortic aneurysms.
- To emphasize the need for regular follow-up and timely intervention for aortic aneurysms.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical presentation and diagnostic considerations for aortic aneurysms in older adults.
- Discussion of risk factors, including those shared with coronary artery disease.
- Evaluation of management options, including surveillance and surgical repair (open or endovascular).
Main Results:
- Aortic aneurysms are rare under 50 but common in patients over 65.
- Risk factors for aortic aneurysms overlap with those for coronary artery disease.
- Management involves monitoring aneurysm size, growth rate, and patient comorbidities, with surgical intervention for high-risk cases.
Conclusions:
- Aortic aneurysms require vigilant management in the elderly, with a focus on risk factor modification and regular surveillance.
- Timely surgical intervention, either open repair or endovascular repair, is crucial for preventing rupture in patients with large aneurysms.
- Integrating aortic aneurysm screening into routine care for older adults can improve patient outcomes.
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