Abstract
We describe a simple technique we use in our institution during surgery for aortic aneurysms to reduce tension on the anastomosis when there is a discrepancy between the remnant portion of the native aorta and the vascular prosthesis.
Keywords:
aorta; aortic anastomosis; aortic aneurysm; banding; surgery.
MeSH terms
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Anastomosis, Surgical
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Aortic Aneurysm / surgery*
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Blood Loss, Surgical / prevention & control
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Blood Vessel Prosthesis
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Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation / adverse effects
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Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation / instrumentation
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Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation / methods*
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Humans
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Prosthesis Design
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Stress, Mechanical
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Treatment Outcome