Omer Ashraf, Syed Asad Ali, Tanveerul Haq, Hasanat Sharif.
Endovascular Stenting of a leaking thoracic aortic pseudoaneurysm
J Coll Physicians Surg Pak Nov 2006;16(11):732-3.
The Aga Khan University Hospital, Stadium Road, Karachi
Rupture of an aortic aneurysm is a major cause of early mortality during the course of disease. A less invasive approach with fewer complications is sought. A case of leaking thoracic aortic aneurysm is presented, where endovascular approach was adapted owing to ongoing sepsis. This report indicates prospects for employment of endovascular stenting as a suitable alternative to surgery in a growing variety of settings.
Category: Case Reports
Keywords: Endovascular Stent. Aorta. Pseudoaneurysm. Vascular System.
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