6. Endovascular treatment for acute traumatic transection of the thoracic aorta: The safety of delayed stenting
The current recommendation is immediate surgical treatment of acute traumatic transection (ATT) of the aorta. Open surgical repair carries high morbidity and mortality. Endovascular repair (TEVAR) has emerged as a safer option. The timing of intervention remains a matter of debate We review our outc...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Saudi Heart Association
2015-10-01
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| Series: | Journal of the Saudi Heart Association |
| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1016731515002468 |