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Semin intervent Radiol 2020; 37(04): 395-404
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1715883
Review Article

Evolving Concepts, Management, and Treatment of Type 1 Endoleaks after Endovascular Aneurysm Repair

Ann C. Gaffey
1   Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, Perlman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Scott M. Damrauer
1   Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, Perlman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Abstract

Over the past 20 years, there has been tremendous progress in endovascular aneurysm repair techniques and devices. The application of new third- and fourth-generation devices (from 2003 onward) has led to changes in the incidence and management of endoleaks. This comprehensive review aims to outline the most recent concepts with respect to pathophysiology/risk factors and management of Type 1 endoleaks.

Keywords

endovascular aneurysm repair - endoleak - Palmaz stent - EndoAnchors - aortic neck - iliac artery - interventional radiology


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01 October 2020

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