Multiple multilayer stents for thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm: A possible new tool for aortic endovascular surgery

Abstract

Purpose: Endovascular surgery data are confirming the paramount role of modern endovascular tools for a safe and sure exclusion of thoracoabdominal lesions. Case report: A 57-year-old female presented with severe comorbidity affected by a 58 mm thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm (TAAA). After patient-informed consent and local Ethical Committee and Italian Public Health Ministry authorization, three multilayer stents were implanted in the thoracoabdominal aortic tract, obtaining at a 20-month computed tomography scan follow up, a complete exclusion of the TAAA, with normal patency of visceral vessels. Conclusion: Multilayer stents can be used in thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm, with positive results. © 2012 Tolva et al, publisher and licensee Dove Medical Press Ltd.