Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair in Management of Aortic Dissection

Abstract

Background: Aortic dissection is a fatal disease in spite of it's low incidence (4.7-6/100.000) Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) plays an important role in management of type B aortic repair. Aim of work: to assess the role of TEVAR in complication and uncomplicated type B aortic dissection Conclusion: TEVAR is a less invasive technique than other surgical modalities for aortic dissection, and it carries great potential as a reliable management modality for acute dissection. However, it needs furthermore studies regarding long-term outcome especially after uncomplicated TBAD. Keywords: Thoracic, Endovascular Aortic Repair, Aortic, Dissection