The endoprosthesis can be used with some aortic aneurysms to avoid a major surgery that normally uses an incision he likens to opening a can of cinnamon rolls because the patient's side is cut ...
An aortic aneurysm is a balloonlike bulging of the aorta, which is the body's largest artery. The big danger is the risk of rupture when it gets too big - which was Mr Duncan's experience.
Background: Seasonal variation in aortic dissection incidence are well-documented. This study utilized a high-resolution surface temperature model and state-specific administrative medical data to ...
The Aortic Center at BIDMC is a national leader in the treatment of aortic aneurysm and other aortic diseases. Our multidisciplinary team of surgeons and cardiovascular specialists provide some of the ...
Introduction: Aortic aneurysms (AA*) are enlargements of the aorta that can be life-threatening if left untreated. Early detection is essential and typically relies on imaging. However, routine ...