Endovascular Aneurysm Repair for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: A Comprehensive Review
- Author:
Hyoung Ook KIM
1
;
Nam Yeol YIM
;
Jae Kyu KIM
;
Yang Jun KANG
;
Byung Chan LEE
Author Information
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords: Abdominal aortic aneurysm; Endovascular aneurysmal repair; Stent-graft
- MeSH: Aneurysm; Aorta, Abdominal; Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal; Dilatation; Endovascular Procedures; Rupture
- From:Korean Journal of Radiology 2019;20(8):1247-1265
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) can be defined as an abnormal, progressive dilatation of the abdominal aorta, carrying a substantial risk for fatal aneurysmal rupture. Endovascular aneurysmal repair (EVAR) for AAA is a minimally invasive endovascular procedure that involves the placement of a bifurcated or tubular stent-graft over the AAA to exclude the aneurysm from arterial circulation. In contrast to open surgical repair, EVAR only requires a stab incision, shorter procedure time, and early recovery. Although EVAR seems to be an attractive solution with many advantages for AAA repair, there are detailed requirements and many important aspects should be understood before the procedure. In this comprehensive review, fundamental information regarding AAA and EVAR is presented.
