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Has anyone ever shrunk an Aneurysm?

Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: 1 day ago | Replies (53)
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There is a procedure for placing a stent in the area of the aneurysm and it is done through an artery. It is especially recommended for older folks in fragile health as it has an easier and faster recovery. Ask your surgeon if you qualify for the TEVAR aneurysm repair. You may be in such good health that it isn't recommended for you.

I wish you good luck. It is hard to make health decisions in the sunsets of our lives.

Donna

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intlguyct | @intlguyct | Apr 17 10:19am

The TEVAR repair is limited by the location of your aneurysm. Mine is very close to where the aorta exits the heart and the adjacent valve which means I can only have the open-chest repair, not TEVAR. Per previous post, I’m not going to do that.

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drmpicardi | @drmpicardi | Apr 18 10:01am

This procedure is only indicated for abdominal aneurysm. They can reach it thru the vascular system. However for Ascending aortic aneurysm the surgery is only done by open heart and the ECMO machine. (extra corporeal oxygenation. Do not confuse the difference
DR Picardi

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