Endovascular Exclusion of Thoracoabdominal And/or Paravisceral Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
This is a study to assess the safety and effectiveness of endovascular treatment of thoracoabdominal (TAAA) and paravisceral abdominal (PVAAA) aortic aneurysms. The investigational operation involves placing a stent-graft over the aortic aneurysm.
• Aortic aneurysms:
‣ greater than or equal to 6 cm in diameter in men,
⁃ greater than or equal to 5.5 cm in diameter in women,
⁃ and/or larger than 5 cm in diameter and enlarging at a rate of more than 5 mm/year,
⁃ and/or iliac aneurysms larger than 4 cm in diameter.
• Anticipated mortality comparable to published rates with conventional surgical treatment.
• Life expectancy more than 2 years.
• Ability to give informed consent.
• Willingness to comply with follow-up schedule.
• Suitable arterial anatomy for endovascular repair.