Current practice of aneurysm management in the UK |
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Authors: | J Cross T Richards |
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Affiliation: | University College Hospital, London,, UK |
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Abstract: | INTRODUCTIONThe aim of this study is to establish the current practice of aneurysm management, to assess the introduction of fenestrated endovascular aneurysm repair (FEVAR) and to establish the criteria for its use and its role in the UK.METHODSAll UK centres performing FEVAR and centres with an established interest in infra-renal endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) were invited to respond to an open-ended questionnaire about abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) management.RESULTSA response was obtained from over 90% of UK FEVAR centres. Results showed marked regional differences in aneurysm management, in particular with regard to indications for complex aneurysm management.CONCLUSIONThe trend in the UK is towards endovascular repair. However, there are still variations in unit policies, indicating regional differences in patient management. |
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Keywords: | Aortic aneurysm Supra-renal aneurysm Juxta-renal aneurysm EVAR |
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