Endoscopic-assisted descending aortic replacement through a small intercostal incision: a case report

Takeshi Wada1, Hidenori Sako2, Kenya Kizu2

  • 1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Oita Oka Hospital, 3-7-11, Nishitsurusaki, Oita, 870-0192, Japan. wa.22.ta@gmail.com.

Summary

Endoscopic-assisted descending aortic replacement offers a minimally invasive surgical option for aortic conditions. This technique uses small incisions, reducing patient invasion compared to traditional open surgery.

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