Thoracic aortic endograft (TEVAR)
Endograft placement in the thoracic aorta for aneurysm, dissection or traumatic rupture.
The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.
What does this intervention involve?
Background
TEVAR is offered for descending thoracic aortic aneurysms, complicated aortic dissections (type B) or traumatic isthmus ruptures.
Benefits
Less invasive alternative to open thoracic surgery with reduced mortality and morbidity.
Procedure
Similar to EVAR, the endograft is introduced via femoral arteries and deployed in the thoracic aorta. Duration: 1-3 hours.
Risks
Paraplegia (spinal cord ischemia), stroke, endoleak, intercostal or left subclavian artery coverage.
Recovery
3-7 day hospitalization. Close neurological monitoring. Lifelong CT surveillance.
Practical information
Local anesthesia. Hospital stay: 3 to 7 nights.
This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.
Doctors and centers/departments performing this intervention
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