Imaging Surveillance following Endovascular Aneurysm Repair

ABSTRACT

Endoleaks are unique complications of endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) that necessitate lifelong imaging surveillance for the patient. Several imaging modalities may be used to monitor the patient for endoleaks and other complications related to the stent graft. At present, computed tomographic angiography remains the gold standard for the detection of endoleaks. Other modalities that can be used to detect endoleaks include magnetic resonance, ultrasonography, nuclear medicine techniques, and pressure monitoring. In addition, follow-up imaging with digital subtraction angiography is important for endoleak classification and to guide decisions regarding therapy. In this article, we review the classification of endoleaks and discuss the different imaging strategies available for post-EVAR surveillance.

KEYWORDS

Endovascular aneurysm repair - endoleak - computed tomography - ultrasound - magnetic resonance imaging - angiography

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