Aortic Aneurysm Repair
Aortic aneurysm repair is a life-saving procedure performed to reinforce a weakened section of the aorta, the main artery carrying blood from the heart.
Depending on the aneurysm’s size and location, treatment may involve open surgical graft replacement or minimally invasive endovascular stent graft placement.
Timely repair prevents rupture and ensures long-term vascular stability.
Overview And Clinical Background
Repairing the weakened aorta
Aneurysm repair addresses dilation in the thoracic or abdominal segments of the aorta.
The main objective is to replace or support the vessel wall before it ruptures.
- Aneurysm anatomy: May occur in thoracic, abdominal, or combined thoracoabdominal regions.
- Goal of repair: Restore vessel integrity, maintain blood flow, and prevent rupture.
- Treatment planning: Based on aneurysm size, patient comorbidities, and anatomical suitability for stenting.
Symptoms, Signs And Presentation
Aneurysms may remain asymptomatic or cause chest, abdominal, or back pain.
Rapid expansion can trigger emergency symptoms requiring immediate repair.
- Silent cases: Often found incidentally on imaging.
- Pain pattern: Persistent or tearing pain may signal imminent rupture.
- Acute rupture: Causes sudden collapse, shock, and life-threatening bleeding.
Diagnosis Methods And Investigations
Imaging-based planning and monitoring
Imaging defines aneurysm extent, vessel structure, and graft suitability.
Preoperative workup ensures accurate stent sizing and placement.
- CT angiography: Main tool for 3D visualization and surgical mapping.
- MRI angiography: Alternative modality for patients needing radiation-free assessment.
- Echocardiography: Assesses heart function before thoracic aneurysm repair.
Treatment Options And Surgical Techniques
Repair involves either traditional open surgery or less invasive endovascular repair.
The choice depends on patient anatomy, fitness, and aneurysm complexity.
- Open repair: Replaces damaged aortic section with a synthetic graft via large incision.
- Endovascular repair (EVAR/TEVAR): A stent graft is delivered through arteries and deployed within the aneurysm.
- Hybrid repair: Combines open and endovascular methods for complex thoracoabdominal aneurysms.
Recovery, Risks And Prognosis
Postoperative care involves blood pressure control and lifelong imaging follow-up.
Risks include bleeding, infection, graft leaks, or renal dysfunction, but survival rates are excellent when performed electively.
Why Choose Us
CureU Healthcare specializes in both EVAR and open repairs, led by expert vascular surgeons using high-resolution imaging and modern graft systems.
Patient safety and long-term monitoring are at the heart of our care model.
Conclusion
Aortic aneurysm repair prevents catastrophic rupture.
With skilled surgeons and modern techniques at CureU Healthcare, patients regain confidence and stability in their vascular health.
