How do the long-term results of endovascular repair of aortic aneurysms compare with open surgical procedures? The study authors conducted a randomized trial in 37 UK hospitals. A total of 1252 ...

Pneumonia is a common postoperative complication, with a mortality of up to 40%. The Post-operative Pneumonia Risk Index (PPRI) was derived from a large cohort of general surgical patients but has not ...

Thoracic aneurysm open surgery is a treatment for a thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA), a bulge in your aorta. The aorta, your body’s largest blood vessel, begins at your heart and extends into your ...

An aortocaval fistula is a rare complication of an abdominal aortic aneurysm that requires immediate surgical repair. Doctors can choose to treat it with either open or endovascular surgery. An ...

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair has evolved into a multifaceted field incorporating both traditional open surgical techniques and less invasive endovascular procedures (EVAR). The management of ...

Market is on a strong growth trajectory, estimated at USD 3.3 billion in 2025 and projected to reach USD 5.3 billion by 2035, ...

An aortoenteric fistula is a rare but life threatening complication of aortic surgery requiring immediate surgical repair. Early symptoms include abdominal pain or vomiting blood. A fistula is an ...

Meritus Medical Center has been recognized as a High Performing hospital for abdominal aortic aneurysm repair in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. The designation is the ...

People often trivialize their heart health, doing things that can have severe effects on their heart without understanding ...