• Prior to joining the surgical faculty team at Baylor, Safi developed an interest in the aorta, specifically the causes and treatments of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms (TAAAs). (wikipedia.org)
  • Advances include minimally invasive treatments to prevent stroke and repair aortic aneurysms. (ynhh.org)
  • We offer novel treatment options for patients for whom traditional methods may have been unsuccessful, including open, vascular procedures such as carotid and femoral endarterectomies, extremity and visceral bypass grafts and repair of aneurysms of the aorta and its branches. (ynhh.org)
  • most aortic aneurysms (AAs) occur in the abdominal aorta and thus are termed abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs). (medscape.com)
  • Aneurysms that involve the ascending aorta may extend as far proximally as the aortic annulus and as far distally as the innominate artery, whereas descending thoracic aneurysms begin beyond the left subclavian artery. (medscape.com)
  • Treatment of AAAs, TAAAs, and TAAs involves surgical repair in good-risk patients with aneurysms that have reached a size sufficient to warrant repair. (medscape.com)
  • We detected Helicobacter cinaedi in 4 of 10 patients with infected aortic aneurysms diagnosed using blood or tissue culture in Aichi, Japan, during September 2017-January 2021. (cdc.gov)
  • Infected aortic aneurysms caused by H. cinaedi had a higher detection rate and better results after treatment than previously reported, without recurrent infection. (cdc.gov)
  • Infected aortic aneurysms account for 0.7%-3% of all aortic aneurysms and are associated with a 26%-44% mortality rate ( 1 ). (cdc.gov)
  • No consensus exists about appropriate antimicrobial therapy and treatment duration for infected aneurysms. (cdc.gov)
  • Recently, several cases of infected aortic aneurysms caused by Helicobacter cinaedi , a rare, difficult-to-detect causative bacterium have been reported ( 3 ). (cdc.gov)
  • This bacterium produces a cytolethal distending toxin that invades epithelial cells ( 6 ) and is associated with bacteremia in compromised hosts and infected aortic aneurysms, mediated by bacterial translocation from the intestinal mucosa ( 7 , 8 ). (cdc.gov)
  • We sought to determine the efficacy of treatment for infected aortic aneurysms through the focused detection of H. cinaedi . (cdc.gov)
  • During September 2017-January 2021, we treated 10 patients with infected aortic aneurysms from a single center in Aichi, Japan. (cdc.gov)
  • Diagnosis, including for recurrent aneurysms, was based on either positive culture or PCR of aortic tissue resected at the time of surgery or positive blood or puncture culture of an abscess caused by a hematogenous infection in patients who did not undergo open surgery and had clinical findings localized to the aortic aneurysm. (cdc.gov)
  • Among the 10 patients with infected aortic aneurysms, H. cinaedi was the causative bacterium in 4, Staphylococcus aureus in 3, Salmonella enterica serovar Enteritidis in 1, and Enterobacter cloacae in 1. (cdc.gov)
  • Abdominal aortic aneurysms: open surgical treatment. (adam.com)
  • He has an abundance of medical interests, but some on his special medical interests consist of, aortic aneurysm surgery, carotid and aortic surgery, carotid occlusive disease, peripheral aneurysms, minimally invasive endovascular lower extremity treatment and bypass surgery. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • As a board-certified vascular surgeon, he specializes in the treatment of aortic disease including aneurysms and dissection, venous occlusive disease, carotid artery disease, and peripheral arterial disease including critical limb ischemia and claudication through the use of endovascular and open surgical techniques. (medstarhealth.org)
  • Treatments for aneurysms vary depending on how severe the aneurysm is. (mountsinai.org)
  • In 1994, Dake et al first reported the use of thoracic "stent-grafts" for the treatment of descending thoracic aortic aneurysms in patients who were believed to be at excessive risk for conventional open surgery. (medscape.com)
  • all three were approved for use in the treatment of thoracic aortic aneurysms. (medscape.com)
  • Importantly, a small percentage of patients who were undergoing TEVAR did not have their aneurysms entirely excluded from the aortic circulation at 1- and 2-year follow-up. (medscape.com)
  • Since the 2005 FDA approval of the TAG device for thoracic aneurysms, the use of endovascular stent grafts for thoracic aortic disease has increased dramatically. (medscape.com)
  • The official FDA-approved "on-label" indication for the commercially available stent grafts currently available in the United States (W. L. Gore TAG, Cook TX2, Medtronic Talent Thoracic) are for patients with descending thoracic aortic aneurysms that are at least 2 times greater than the adjacent aorta. (medscape.com)
  • Patients with a family history of the condition have also been shown to be at an increased risk of developing aortic aneurysms. (cedars-sinai.org)
  • Diagnosis of aortic aneurysms generally cannot be done with a physical exam unless the aneurysm has ruptured. (cedars-sinai.org)
  • For smaller aneurysms, the best course of treatment may involve observation and monitoring, with an echocardiogram every six months and possible medication if the patient has high blood pressure or high cholesterol levels. (cedars-sinai.org)
  • Dr. Zhan's research and clinical interests included endovascular surgery for valvular diseases and aortic aneurysms, coronary artery bypass graft, arrhythmia surgery, minimally invasive surgery, aortic surgery, heart transplantation and implantation of ventricular assist devices. (tuftsmedicalcenter.org)
  • TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair) is the preferred treatment of diseases in the distal part of the aortic arch and descending aorta, such as aneurysms, dissections and traumatically caused lesions. (rsyd.dk)
  • Consequently TEVAR is now the preferred treatment of the diseases affecting the distal part of the aortic arch and the descending aorta as aortic type B dissection, thoracic aneurysms or traumatic lesions. (rsyd.dk)
  • Overview of Aortic Aneurysms Aneurysms are abnormal dilations of arteries caused by weakening of the arterial wall. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Most abdominal aortic aneurysms are asymptomatic. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Comparative outcomes of physician-modified fenestrated-branched endovascular repair of post-dissection and degenerative complex abdominal or thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms. (sc-ctsi.org)
  • His interests also include carotid disease, peripheral arterial disease, aortic aneurysms, and complex venous disease. (utmbhealth.com)
  • The dissection can also progress proximally, to involve the aortic sinus, aortic valve, and coronary arteries. (medscape.com)
  • Symptoms may come on quickly if the aneurysm expands rapidly, tears open or leaks blood within the wall of the vessel (aortic dissection). (adam.com)
  • Thoracic aortic dissection (TAD) is a catastrophic disease worldwide, but the pathogenic genes and pathways are largely unclear. (hindawi.com)
  • Thoracic aortic dissection (TAD) is a catastrophic cardiovascular disease with the separation of the layers of the aortic wall [ 1 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • [ 4 ] Nonetheless, ongoing studies are still trying to identify which patients with thoracic aortic dissection can benefit from TEVAR. (medscape.com)
  • Patients with complicated dissections, including cases of malperfusion (where a blood supply is impeded by flaps of aortic tissue caused by the dissection), appear to benefit from TEVAR to seal the site of dissection and reappose aortic wall layers. (medscape.com)
  • To address this question, a prospective, randomized clinical trial has been completed in Europe, the INSTEAD XL trial (INvestigation of STEnt grafts in patients with type B aortic dissection), which initially at 1 year did not show a mortality benefit. (medscape.com)
  • Launched in March of 2021, Aortic Center at Morristown Medical Center provides a comprehensive, innovative approach to patients with diseases of the thoracic aorta such as aortic aneurysm, aortic dissection, aortic disease that may accompany bicuspid aortic valve, connective tissue disorder, and other aortic pathology. (atlantichealth.org)
  • Acute aortic dissection (AAD) is associated with degeneration of the aortic media and accompanied by vascular extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling. (frontiersin.org)
  • Acute aortic dissection (AAD) is a life-threatening cardiovascular disease associated with high rates of mortality and morbidity. (frontiersin.org)
  • An aortic dissection is a tear in the inner lining of your aorta. (everestvascular.com)
  • An aortic dissection occurring in the ascending aorta is termed Type A and is an emergency that usually requires surgical intervention, while an aortic dissection occurring in the descending aorta is termed Type B and may be managed without surgery by controlling your blood pressure. (everestvascular.com)
  • If you develop an aortic tear causing dissection, you may experience sudden severe pain accompanied by a drop in your blood pressure, nausea, and dizziness. (everestvascular.com)
  • For mild symptoms, you will be prescribed medications like calcium channel blockers or beta-blockers to minimize the risk of aortic dissection or rupture. (everestvascular.com)
  • Results The 5 patients included 4 patients with aortic arch aneurysm and 1 patient with Stanford type B aortic dissection. (zpwz.net)
  • Clinical research interests include thoracic aortic diseases (aortic dissection, aneurysm) and cardiac valvular disease, including surgical treatment, endovascular thoracic aortic stent-graft repair, mitral valve repair, and valve-sparing aortic root replacement. (stanford.edu)
  • In 2003, Safi and his team published an article in the Annals of Surgery, highlighting favorable patient outcomes, especially in reducing immediate neurological deficit, when using distal aortic perfusion and cerebrospinal fluid drainage for thoracoabdominal and descending thoracic aortic aneurysm repair. (wikipedia.org)
  • That following year, Safi's methods were reinforced by other surgeons treating aortic disease and became recognized as a standardized surgical technique for surgeons performing open thoracic aortic aneurysm repair. (wikipedia.org)
  • Our program received a "high performing" rating (the highest possible) from U.S. News & World Report for abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery and transcatheter aortic valve replacement. (umcvc.org)
  • He is a board certified vascular surgeon with special interests in endovascular and open abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysm repair, carotid stenting and treatment of vein diseases. (uky.edu)
  • Background and Aims Thoracic endovascular aneurysm repair (TEVAR) has been widely used in treating thoracic aortic diseases. (zpwz.net)
  • Perioperative and long-term outcomes after open conversion of endovascular aneurysm repair versus primary open aortic repair. (sc-ctsi.org)
  • My understanding is that you were one of the first to perform an endovascular aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR) procedure. (medscape.com)
  • In the late 80s and throughout the 90s, Safi worked to identify significant influences in pre-operative evaluations and treatments, as well as modifications in operations and post-operations, to improve patient outcomes after surgical repair of the aorta. (wikipedia.org)
  • His work showcased that a history of smoking and the presence of chronic pulmonary disease are common predictors of post-surgery respiratory failure among patients who undergo surgery for the descending thoracic and thoracoabdominal aorta, requiring a lateral thoracotomy. (wikipedia.org)
  • In 2008, Safi participated in a study that reviewed factors correlated with post-surgery outcomes for the repair of the thoracic aorta by stent graft and offered suggestions for treatment. (wikipedia.org)
  • The paper provided evidence that open repair of the descending thoracic aorta does not require reoperation and remains durable for over 13 years after treatment. (wikipedia.org)
  • Aneurysmal degeneration that occurs in the thoracic aorta is termed a thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA). (medscape.com)
  • [ 6 ] They successfully replaced the ascending aorta with an aortic allograft. (medscape.com)
  • An abdominal aortic aneurysm occurs when an area of the aorta becomes very large or balloons out. (adam.com)
  • Braverman AC, Schermerhorn M. Diseases of the aorta. (adam.com)
  • Endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair is surgery to repair a widened area in your aorta. (mountsinai.org)
  • Abdominal aortic aneurysm involves a widening, stretching, or ballooning of the aorta. (mountsinai.org)
  • You had endovascular aortic surgery repair for an aneurysm (a widened part) of the large artery that carries blood to your lower body (aorta). (mountsinai.org)
  • [ 6 ] However, 5-year follow-up revealed an aorta-specific survival benefit in patients treated with TEVAR versus medical therapy (6.9% vs 19.3% risk of aorta-specific mortality, respectively), as well as less disease progression risk(27.0% vs 46.1%, respectively). (medscape.com)
  • When an aneurysm develops in the area of the aorta that descends from the chest into the abdomen it is known as a thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm. (cedars-sinai.org)
  • Left untreated, diseases of the aorta can quickly escalate into life-threatening emergencies. (atlantichealth.org)
  • Abdominal aorta as an alternative access route for transcatheter aortic valve replacement. (tuftsmedicalcenter.org)
  • Stanford type A dissections involve the ascending aorta and are treated via emergency surgical repair, whereas type B dissections only involve the descending aorta and usually require endovascular repair and/or medical therapy. (frontiersin.org)
  • Histologically, compromised aortic integrity is the result of ECM remodeling within the aorta, including collagen degradation, elastic fiber fragmentation, and medial layer degeneration ( 4 , 5 ). (frontiersin.org)
  • Takayasu Arteritis Takayasu arteritis is an inflammatory disease affecting the aorta, its branches, and pulmonary arteries. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Aortic disease refers to the various disorders or conditions affecting the aorta. (everestvascular.com)
  • An aortic aneurysm occurs when the walls of the aorta begin to weaken, gradually lose their elasticity and expand or bulge outwards. (everestvascular.com)
  • It can occur in any part of the aorta and would be classified as thoracic aortic aneurysm or abdominal aortic aneurysm depending on the part of the aorta affected. (everestvascular.com)
  • A penetrating ulcer also termed penetrating atherosclerotic ulcer, occurs when the plaque in your aorta forms ulcers that penetrate your aortic wall. (everestvascular.com)
  • There are numerous conditions and diseases that can cause damage to the aorta. (everestvascular.com)
  • Surgery for aortic aneurysm involves replacing the damaged aorta with a graft. (everestvascular.com)
  • An ectatic abdominal aorta was defined as 2.5 to 2.9 cm in maximum aortic diameter using an outer wall to outer wall measurement. (onteenstoday.com)
  • Symptoms of a thoracic aortic aneurysm (affecting upper part of aorta in chest): Pain in the jaw, neck, upper back or chest. (onteenstoday.com)
  • When a weak area of your thoracic aorta expands or bulges, it is called a thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA). (onteenstoday.com)
  • A heart with Annuloaortic ectasia shows degeneration or changes in appearance and/or loss of function of the aorta that can lead to a number of aortic diseases such as leaking of blood through the aortic valve which is called aortic insufficiency or aortic regurgitation. (onteenstoday.com)
  • Open-chest surgery to repair a thoracic aortic aneurysm generally involves removing the damaged section of the aorta and replacing it with a synthetic tube (graft), which is sewn into place. (onteenstoday.com)
  • A Guide to the Causes, Signs and Symptoms, and Available Treatments Mild aortic ectasia is defined as an enlargement of the aorta that is mild in degree. (onteenstoday.com)
  • According to doctors at HealthTap, abdominal aortic ectasia occurs when the aorta becomes dilated and swollen in the abdomen. (onteenstoday.com)
  • An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is an abnormal dilation of the abdominal aorta between the diaphragm and the aortic bifurcation of the iliac arteries. (onteenstoday.com)
  • His major clinical and research interests concern the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting the aorta and its major branches. (sc-ctsi.org)
  • At the union of the ascending aorta with the aortic arch, the caliber of the vessel is increased. (medscape.com)
  • The abdominal aorta begins at the aortic hiatus of the diaphragm, in front of the lower border of the body of the last thoracic vertebra. (medscape.com)
  • The celiac trunk is a short thick trunk that arises from the front of the aorta, just below the aortic hiatus of the diaphragm. (medscape.com)
  • Thoracic aortic diseases, including disease of the descending thoracic aorta (DTA), are significant causes of death in the United States. (bvsalud.org)
  • ESC Guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral artery diseases: document covering atherosclerotic disease of extracranial carotid and vertebral, mesenteric, renal, upper and lower extremity arteries: the Task Force on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Peripheral Artery Diseases of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). (goremedical.com)
  • The clinical manifestations reflect the arteries involved and most commonly include hypertension caused by renal-artery stenosis (RAS) or strokes from carotid artery disease. (medscape.com)
  • Our surgeons are uniquely trained and experienced to weigh available treatment options, including medical therapy, endovascular approaches and bypass surgery. (ynhh.org)
  • Research and development play a significant role in the ongoing success of our vascular and endovascular surgery program. (ynhh.org)
  • and Neuroprotection Strategies in Aortic Surgery, among others. (elsevier.ca)
  • If you have bleeding inside your body from an aortic aneurysm, you will need surgery right away. (adam.com)
  • Reviewed By: Deepak Sudheendra, MD, RPVI, FSIR, Director of DVT & Complex Venous Disease Program, Assistant Professor of Interventional Radiology & Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, with an expertise in Vascular Interventional Radiology & Surgical Critical Care, Philadelphia, PA. (adam.com)
  • His research interests currently include vascular surgery education, iliocaval reconstruction, and the treatment of critical limb ischemia. (medstarhealth.org)
  • These improvements will help individuals being treated for venous disease heal faster, allowing them to walk sooner after surgery. (medstarhealth.org)
  • Guidelines recommend surgery, although multiple consensus and practice guidelines now generally endorse an endovascular-first strategy in experienced endovascular centers. (goremedical.com)
  • European Journal of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery 2017;54(2):177-185. (goremedical.com)
  • If the aneurysm is larger, or if the patient has a connective tissue disease, surgery may be needed to treat the condition. (cedars-sinai.org)
  • In addition, Dr. Zhan obtained training in endovascular surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital. (tuftsmedicalcenter.org)
  • In some cases, surgery is not always the best treatment for patients with aortic conditions. (umcvc.org)
  • Surgery, radiofrequency and sclerotherapy are available for varicose veins treatment. (valledellili.org)
  • Treatment is surgery or endovascular stent grafting. (msdmanuals.com)
  • For severe symptoms, you may be recommended an open or endovascular surgery. (everestvascular.com)
  • Endovascular surgery. (onteenstoday.com)
  • In particular, how to reconstruct the three branches of aortic arch in a minimally invasive way is a major challenge for vascular surgery. (zpwz.net)
  • He is Chief of the Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Chief of Vascular Surgery at Keck Hospital of USC, and Co-Director of the USC CardioVascular Thoracic Institute. (sc-ctsi.org)
  • Why is vascular surgery the specialty best suited to care for patients with vascular diseases? (medscape.com)
  • Patients with moderate to severe CD are at high risk for needing surgery and hospitalization and for developing disease-related complications, corticosteroid dependence, and serious infections. (bvsalud.org)
  • We offer individualized treatment programs to guide you through diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for simple to complex heart conditions. (enh.org)
  • Advances in prevention, diagnosis, screening and treatment of cardiovascular disease depend on research discoveries. (enh.org)
  • It's important to me that my patients fully understand their diagnosis and that they are a part of their treatment. (medstarhealth.org)
  • From diagnosis to treatment to rehabilitation, we'll be by your side, helping you grow stronger and healthier. (wellstar.org)
  • With a shared goal of improving the lives of patients, we are committed to extending the boundaries of what is possible in diagnosis, management, and treatment of cardiac and vascular disease. (nyp.org)
  • additionally, we have cutting-edge technology for diagnosis and treatment. (valledellili.org)
  • Therefore, immediate early diagnosis and treatment is crucial for improved survival. (frontiersin.org)
  • This study aimed to analyze changes in the diagnosis and treatment of AAS over 20 years at our center. (revespcardiol.org)
  • mean age, 60.9 ± 12.4 years) were prospectively included (270 type A and 181 type B). Clinical variables, diagnosis, treatment, and in-hospital complications were analyzed. (revespcardiol.org)
  • Deep learning based radiomics for gastrointestinal cancer diagnosis and treatment: A minireview. (cdc.gov)
  • Diagnosis and treatment guidelines for clinicians caring for patients are needed. (bvsalud.org)
  • A saccular aneurysm is a localized outpouching of the aortic wall, and it is the shape of a pseudoaneurysm. (medscape.com)
  • Dr. Abramowitz is the only physician at MedStar Washington Hospital Center performing endovascular iliocaval reconstruction, a two-stage minimally invasive reconstructive technique that has been paramount in the treatment of patients diagnosed with vena caval stenosis and central venous occlusive disease. (medstarhealth.org)
  • In patients who have aortic valve stenosis, replacement is usually the only option. (umcvc.org)
  • TAVR is a minimally invasive procedure for patients with aortic stenosis. (umcvc.org)
  • Subjects with TAV had more often severe aortic stenosis, that is, aortic valve area ≤1 cm2, and the mean aortic valve area was significantly lower in TAV than in BAV patients. (onteenstoday.com)
  • This study was performed to present the results of the first-in-man (FIM) study of applying a novel integrated supra-arch branched stent-graft system (Concave Supra-arch branched stent-graft system, CS system) for the endovascular treatment of aortic arch diseases, to assess its safety and effectiveness. (zpwz.net)
  • Perforation or rupture of the iliac arteries and aortic bifurcation occurs in nearly 4% of cases and can be a life-threatening complication. (goremedical.com)
  • it then descends within the thorax on the left side of the vertebral column, passes into the abdominal cavity through the aortic hiatus in the diaphragm, and ends opposite the lower border of the fourth lumbar vertebra by dividing into the right and left common iliac arteries. (medscape.com)
  • Our doctors and researchers actively study vascular disease and conduct clinical trials. (ynhh.org)
  • Dr. Abramowtiz's clinical interests include central venous occlusive disease, aortic aneurysmal disease, vascular access for hemodialysis, peripheral vascular disease, and limb salvage. (medstarhealth.org)
  • Clinical outcomes of 5358 patients undergoing direct open bypass or endovascular treatment for aortoiliac occlusive disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis. (goremedical.com)
  • We participate in numerous clinical trials involving aortic conditions. (umcvc.org)
  • Percutaneous treatment options for acute pulmonary embolism: a clinical consensus statement by the ESC Working Group on Pulmonary Circulation and Right Ventricular Function and the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions. (uzh.ch)
  • Self-expanding Transcatheter vs Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in Intermediate-Risk Patients: 5-Year Outcomes of the SURTAVI Randomized Clinical Trial. (uzh.ch)
  • Distinct from the traditional diagnostic/prognostic biomarker (adopted as the indicator of disease state/process), the therapeutic biomarker (ThMAR) has emerged to be very crucial in the clinical development and clinical practice of all therapies. (bvsalud.org)
  • Methods The clinical data of 5 patients with aortic arch disease treated by CS system in the Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University and Fuwai Hospital of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences from August 2022 to April 2023 were retrospectively analyzed. (zpwz.net)
  • Using the CS system for endovascular three-branch reconstruction of aortic arch lesions has a high success rate of operation and satisfactory short-term outcome, indicating promising prospects for clinical application. (zpwz.net)
  • In June 2020, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) released a joint update of their clinical practice guideline for managing dyslipidemia to reduce cardiovascular disease risk in adults. (bvsalud.org)
  • Hazim J. Safi, MD, FACS, (born 1946) is a physician and surgeon who is well known for his research in the surgical treatment of aortic disease. (wikipedia.org)
  • Moreover, determining surgical treatment in each case requires carefully considering the causative bacterium and the patient's medical background ( 2 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Rifampin-soaked graft replacement was the first-choice surgical treatment, irrespective of causative bacterium. (cdc.gov)
  • 001). Surgical treatment of type A AAS rose from 67.4% to 82.5% ( P = .09). (revespcardiol.org)
  • In the 90s, Safi and his colleagues at Baylor developed a surgical technique for TAAA repair using distal aortic perfusion and cerebrospinal fluid drainage. (wikipedia.org)
  • Endovascular repair can sometimes be done for a leaking or bleeding aneurysm. (adam.com)
  • University of Florida/Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida, experience with open repair and Thoracic EndoVascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR) repair of thoracic aortic disease with a shift toward TEVAR. (medscape.com)
  • Conventional open versus hybrid aortic arch repair: a meta-analysis of propensity-matched studies. (tuftsmedicalcenter.org)
  • In general, surgeons prefer aortic valve repair over replacement, especially in younger patients. (umcvc.org)
  • Registration of patients treated with Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair at Odense University Hospital. (rsyd.dk)
  • In attempts of making surgical repair of aortic diseases less invasive TEVAR has evolved. (rsyd.dk)
  • Endovascular repair. (onteenstoday.com)
  • The design of this system optimates the brain protection strategy of total endovascular repair of aortic arch and can effectively preserve the arch branches while treating aortic arch lesions without sufficient proximal landing zone. (zpwz.net)
  • Risk of Stroke with Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair of the Aortic Arch. (sc-ctsi.org)
  • Selection criterion for endovascular aortic repair in those with chronic kidney disease. (sc-ctsi.org)
  • Previous studies showed that ADAMTS-5 is reduced in coronary arteries and plasma from patients with coronary artery disease ( 12 ). (frontiersin.org)
  • Among them, 2 patients had hypertension, 2 patients had coronary heart disease, 1 patient had diabetes, and 3 patients had abnormal lipid profiles. (zpwz.net)
  • Jongkind V, Akkersdijk GJ, Yeung KK, Wisselink W. A systematic review of endovascular treatment of extensive aortoiliac occlusive disease. (goremedical.com)
  • Dake et al and investigators in Europe later showed TEVAR could be performed from a technical standpoint in patients with descending thoracic aortic dissections (patients with tears in the wall of their aortas). (medscape.com)
  • Our cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, and cardiac and vascular surgeons continue to advance treatment for heart disease through programs that are among the largest and most comprehensive in the country. (nyp.org)
  • Our surgeons perform the most aortic surgeries done annually anywhere in Michigan. (umcvc.org)
  • We have Michigan's largest team of skilled surgeons who specialize in aortic disease. (umcvc.org)
  • Our surgeons have extensive experience with patients who had previous heart or aortic procedures and need additional treatment. (umcvc.org)
  • Vascular surgeons specialize in a large scope of vascular diseases such as arterial and venous disorders, and manage these disorders with medical therapy, minimally invasive procedures, and surgical intervention. (utmbhealth.com)
  • The way it technically changed from 25 years ago was that we started doing endovascular procedures to treat lesions that otherwise required very difficult operations. (medscape.com)
  • Yale New Haven Health experts describe symptoms and treatment of PAD, a common vascular condition. (ynhh.org)
  • You may have an abdominal aortic aneurysm that is not causing any symptoms. (adam.com)
  • An aortic aneurysm is a progressive disease that will generally grow over time and may not have any symptoms (asymptomatic) in the beginning. (cedars-sinai.org)
  • What are symptoms of aortic ectasia? (onteenstoday.com)
  • Mesenteric artery FMD is rare and presents with abdominal symptoms similar to Crohn disease (CD) and Behcet disease (BD). (medscape.com)
  • Safi and his colleagues at Baylor College of Medicine were the first to identify variables associated with early death and postoperative complications in patients undergoing thoracoabdominal aortic operations. (wikipedia.org)
  • By offering the entire spectrum of treatments, our physicians assure patients that they are receiving the most appropriate therapy. (ynhh.org)
  • Because of the high recurrence rate for H. cinaedi bacteremia, it is recommended that patients receive prolonged treatment of at least 3 months with appropriate antimicrobial drugs ( 9 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Treatment included vascular replacement in 7 patients (2 with H. cinaedi ), endovascular stent grafting in 1 (with H. cinaedi ), and medical treatment in 2 patients (1 with H. cinaedi ). (cdc.gov)
  • All 4 of the H. cinaedi -infected case-patients were immunocompromised (diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease, cancer). (cdc.gov)
  • I create life-long treatment plans for my patients because there is no quick fix for vascular disease. (medstarhealth.org)
  • The incidence of AIOD is increasing, 1 leaving more patients vulnerable to a disease that, untreated, can cause pain, tissue loss and amputation. (goremedical.com)
  • Our team is known for developing new aortic disease procedures that offer patients better results than standard procedures. (umcvc.org)
  • Aortic tissue samples were collected from normal donors and AAD patients, and the expression of ADAMTS-5 was analyzed in all aortic tissues. (frontiersin.org)
  • TEVAR is a relatively simple treatment of often very complex aortic diseases or severely traumatized patients, and the outcome is therefore not infrequently characterized as being poor with a high degree of mortality and morbidity. (rsyd.dk)
  • Cost-of-Illness Analysis of Long-Term Health Care Resource Use and Disease Burden in Patients With Pulmonary Embolism: Insights From the PREFER in VTE Registry. (uzh.ch)
  • Most important, the diseases we were treating were either life-threatening, limb-threatening, or stroke -threatening, and the procedures made a real difference and got patients well from conditions that would otherwise cause them great harm. (medscape.com)
  • [ 2 ] In 1958, streptokinase was first used in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), and this changed the focus of treatment. (medscape.com)
  • TEVAR is a relatively new type of treatment, with the first case being reported in 1994. (rsyd.dk)
  • In the TEVAR database each treated patient has consecutively and prospectively been registered in terms of sex, age, risk factors such as smoking, hypertension, ischemic heart disease, cardiac arrhythmia and hypercholesterolemia and the specifications of the type of disease and the exact procedure performed. (rsyd.dk)
  • However, aortic arch disease remains one of tough parts and research directions of TEVAR due to its treatment difficulties and high risk. (zpwz.net)
  • Simultaneously, Gross et al successfully used allografts to treat complex thoracic aortic coarctations, including those with aneurysmal involvement. (medscape.com)
  • Our physicians, advanced practice providers and nurses are all specially trained in treating heart conditions, both common problems and complex diseases. (wellstar.org)
  • This is a complex procedure in which your diseased aortic valve is replaced with your pulmonary valve (one of the other four heart valves). (umcvc.org)
  • Current Research and Scholarly Interests Cardiac and heart valve disease with experimental laboratory large animal projects focused on the investigation of left ventricular and cardiac mechanics, bioenergetics, and LV and mitral valve physiology and pathophysiology. (stanford.edu)
  • This bulge is called an abdominal aortic aneurysm, and it can be pretty serious if it breaks open, or ruptures. (mountsinai.org)
  • Our strategies range from active surveillance (evaluating your aortic disease and working with your primary doctor to ensure proper monitoring and follow-up), medical management to endovascular (less invasive) and/or conventional open-heart surgical procedures to treat the underlying problem," says Benjamin van Boxtel, MD , surgical director of the Aortic Center. (atlantichealth.org)
  • Open aortic valve procedures require direct access to the heart. (umcvc.org)
  • In this condition, your aortic valve becomes constricted and fails to open fully. (everestvascular.com)
  • We provide open treatment (the old operations we used to do) and endovascular treatments. (medscape.com)
  • Our leading specialists are recognized as national innovators in the latest therapies and non-invasive procedures for a whole host of diseases and disorders related to the cardiac and vascular systems. (enh.org)
  • Herein, a database, named 'TheMarker', was therefore constructed to (a) systematically offer all five types of ThMAR used at different stages of drug development, (b) comprehensively describe ThMAR information for the largest number of drugs among available databases, (c) extensively cover the widest disease classes by not just focusing on anticancer therapies. (bvsalud.org)
  • With the development of the gene expression profile, comparisons of differentially expressed genes that participate in the regulation of pathophysiological conditions in pathological tissue and normal tissue were available and convenient, and mRNAs gene expression profiles have been carried out in many diseases including TAD [ 6 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Covered versus bare metal kissing stents for reconstruction of the aortic bifurcation in the ILIACS registry. (goremedical.com)
  • From sophisticated genetic testing to the latest imaging techniques, our integrated cardiovascular team uses cutting-edge tools to determine risk and detect heart disease in its earliest stages. (enh.org)
  • Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine. (adam.com)
  • We offer leading expertise, innovative treatments and compassionate care to protect your cardiovascular health. (wellstar.org)
  • Rossi M, Iezzi R. Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe guidelines on endovascular treatment in aortoiliac arterial disease. (goremedical.com)
  • Our Comprehensive Aortic Program at the Frankel Cardiovascular Center offers a wide range of treatment options for aortic disease. (umcvc.org)
  • This new procedure developed at the Frankel Cardiovascular Center offers excellent outcomes for people who need a new aortic valve. (umcvc.org)
  • To prevent aortic disease, you should follow a healthy lifestyle, abstain from smoking, consume a nutritious diet that excludes excess fats and visit your cardiologist regularly for a cardiovascular check-up. (everestvascular.com)
  • Central venous occlusion is a debilitating disease, which, if left untreated, results in limb laceration and chronic limb ischemia. (medstarhealth.org)
  • The novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is the cause of a rapidly spreading illness, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), affecting more than seventeen million people around the world. (bvsalud.org)
  • His research interests include nonmelanoma skin cancer treatment and examining sociodemographic factors that impact cancer outcomes. (utmbhealth.com)
  • The National Kidney Foundation's Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative (KDOQI) has provided evidence-based guidelines for nutrition in kidney diseases since 1999. (bvsalud.org)
  • [ 5 ] Ascending aortic replacement required the development of cardiopulmonary bypass and was first performed in 1956 by Cooley and DeBakey. (medscape.com)