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5.3 Aortic Aneurysm Surgery Completed

Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: Apr 15 2:56pm | Replies (27)
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@pittsburghdad

rnpalarino1: I assume the EVAR surgery was for an abdominal aortic aneurysm, correct? Asking because I have an ascending aorta aneurysm and generally understood that EVAR techniques were generally not sufficiently developed to allow for the treatment of the ascending aorta arch using minimally invasive techniques.

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deedth64 | @deedth64 | Jul 11, 2024

I have mine in the ascending aorta and my Cardiologist said that if and when I need repair they could use it. The problem now it's not approved by the FDA but should be soon

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rnpalarino1 | @rnpalarino1 | Jul 11, 2024

Pittsburghdad;
Yes, it was an abdominal aortic aneurysm.
Nick

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rogerdhorton | @rogerdhorton | Jul 13, 2024

I’m also hanging out for the day when TEVAR or EVAR are sufficiently advanced to avoid open heart surgery (I’m 65 and have the root/ ascending at 4.4). Even more of a pressing need to maintain an optimal diet and lifestyle routine and getting regular monitoring in the meantime 😌☺️😉

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chopin2025 | @chopin2025 | Apr 1 1:50pm

No, TEVARS are not developed for an ascending aneurysm replacement. It's a full sternotomy. I had mine replaced at 5.3 cm and was in ICU for 7 days. Pretty difficult time, with massive delirium, which they tell me is pretty common. It will take a lot out of you and the recovery will take 3-4 months, but better than an emergency surgery, where the risks of dying is extremely high if there is a tear or rupture.

All the best.

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