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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.
Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
|December 12, 2022
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.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
Background:
- Descending aortic replacement traditionally requires large incisions, leading to significant patient invasiveness.
- Dilated descending aorta is a serious condition requiring surgical intervention.

