Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies01:21

Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies

589
Thoracic, aortic arch and abdominal aneurysms are significant vascular conditions that can present with various clinical manifestations and lead to serious complications. Understanding these manifestations and the appropriate diagnostic studies is essential for effective management and treatment.Thoracic Aortic AneurysmsThoracic aortic aneurysms often remain asymptomatic until they reach a size that impinges on adjacent structures. They typically cause deep, diffuse chest pain that radiates to...
589
Aneurysm III: Interprofessional Care01:26

Aneurysm III: Interprofessional Care

478
Aneurysm management involves either conservative medical therapy or surgical intervention, depending on the size and symptoms of the aneurysm. Conservative management is generally reserved for smaller, asymptomatic aneurysms, while larger or symptomatic aneurysms often necessitate surgical repair.Conservative Medical TherapyFor small, asymptomatic aneurysms, particularly abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) less than 5.5 centimeters in diameter, conservative medical therapy is recommended. This...
478

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Still's disease in pregnancy complicated by anakinra-related hepatotoxicity and rescued by intravenous immunoglobulin: a case-based review.

Rheumatology international·2026
Same author

Correction to: CIRSE Standards of Practice on Peri-operative Anticoagulation Management During Interventional Radiology Procedures.

Cardiovascular and interventional radiology·2026
Same author

Lessons learned from a multi-centre implementation of an artificial intelligence algorithm to detect vertebral fractures for radiology, information technology, information governance and clinical leads.

BJR artificial intelligence·2026
Same author

Correction to: CIRSE Standards of Practice on Analgesia and Sedation for Interventional Radiology in Adults.

Cardiovascular and interventional radiology·2026
Same author

Missing voices: why ethnic minority representation in patient organizations is a priority in rheumatology.

Rheumatology (Oxford, England)·2026
Same author

Vaping and vascular health: emerging risks for Raynaud's, chilblains and Buerger's disease.

Rheumatology (Oxford, England)·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 5, 2026

Full-root Aortic Valve Replacement by Stentless Aortic Xenografts in Patients with Small Aortic Roots
12:17

Full-root Aortic Valve Replacement by Stentless Aortic Xenografts in Patients with Small Aortic Roots

Published on: May 21, 2017

11.3K

Long-term outcomes in thoracic aortic surgery: 11 year single centre experience.

Edward Staniforth1, Iakovos Ttofi2, Jasmina Ttofi2

  • 1Oxford University Medical School, Medical Sciences Division, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
|December 20, 2024
PubMed
Summary

Thoracic aortic surgery patients face a high re-operation rate, especially within the first five years. Young age and aortitis are key risk factors, necessitating vigilant follow-up by specialized aortic services.

Keywords:
AortaAortic aneurysmCardiac surgeryFollow-upType a aortic dissection

More Related Videos

Standardized Technique of Aortic Valve Re-implantation for Valve-sparing Aortic Root Replacement
14:14

Standardized Technique of Aortic Valve Re-implantation for Valve-sparing Aortic Root Replacement

Published on: December 11, 2017

14.0K
Novel and Innovative Hybrid Technique for Type A Aortic Dissection
06:26

Novel and Innovative Hybrid Technique for Type A Aortic Dissection

Published on: March 28, 2025

194

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 5, 2026

Full-root Aortic Valve Replacement by Stentless Aortic Xenografts in Patients with Small Aortic Roots
12:17

Full-root Aortic Valve Replacement by Stentless Aortic Xenografts in Patients with Small Aortic Roots

Published on: May 21, 2017

11.3K
Standardized Technique of Aortic Valve Re-implantation for Valve-sparing Aortic Root Replacement
14:14

Standardized Technique of Aortic Valve Re-implantation for Valve-sparing Aortic Root Replacement

Published on: December 11, 2017

14.0K
Novel and Innovative Hybrid Technique for Type A Aortic Dissection
06:26

Novel and Innovative Hybrid Technique for Type A Aortic Dissection

Published on: March 28, 2025

194

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery

Background:

  • Thoracic aortic surgery is complex, with ongoing debate regarding risk factors for re-operation and optimal follow-up duration.
  • Regular clinical and imaging follow-up is recommended for patients undergoing thoracic aortic surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify risk factors associated with re-operations in patients who underwent thoracic aortic surgery.
  • To evaluate the significance of the early post-operative period for re-operation risk.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 409 patients undergoing thoracic aortic surgery between 2012 and 2022.
  • Analysis of clinical data, operative details, histology, outcomes, and follow-up records.
  • Statistical analysis using logistic regression to identify risk factors.

Main Results:

  • A 10.8% re-operation rate was observed, with a median time to re-operation of 1.8 years.
  • 68% of re-operations occurred within the first 5 years post-surgery.
  • Young age and aortitis were significant risk factors for re-operation; bicuspid aortic valve was associated with reduced risk.

Conclusions:

  • Thoracic aortic surgery patients have a high re-operation rate, with the first 5 years being critical.
  • Specialist follow-up with imaging is essential during this high-risk period.
  • Patients with aortitis require specialized management due to persistently high re-operation risk.