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Analysis Supports TEVAR for Ruptured Descending Thoracic Aorta

December 3, 2009—According to Himanshu J. Patel, MD, et al, successful repair of the ruptured (nontraumatic) descending thoracic aorta (rTA) remains a formidable clinical challenge. Although effective for rTA, traditional open repair (DTAR) has significant associated morbidity. With expanding indications for thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR), the investigators analyzed their experience with TEVAR and DTAR in this high-risk setting to elucidate the evolving roles of these procedures. The evaluation was published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery (2009;50:1265-1270).

LITERATURE HIGHLIGHTS: TEVAR Studied to Treat rTA

December 3, 2009—According to Himanshu J. Patel, MD, et al, successful repair of the ruptured (nontraumatic) descending thoracic aorta (rTA) remains a formidable clinical challenge. Although effective for rTA, traditional open repair (DTAR) has significant associated morbidity. With expanding indications for thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR), the investigators analyzed their experience with TEVAR and DTAR in this high-risk setting to elucidate the evolving roles of these procedures. The evaluation was published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery (2009;50:1265–1270).

Early Results Presented at STS for Gore's Thoracic Single Side Branch Endograft

January 27, 2015—A novel approach for treating thoracic aortic aneurysms was presented at the 51st Annual Meeting of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), the society announced.

Five-Year RESCUE Trial Data Evaluate Medtronic's Valiant Captivia Device in Blunt Thoracic Aortic Injury

January 30, 2019—Medtronic announced new data supporting the long-term durability, safety, and efficacy of its Valiant Captivia thoracic stent graft system for the treatment of blunt thoracic aortic injury (BTAI).