Aortic Aneurysms
Subtitle: Pathogenesis and Treatment
By: edited by Gilbert R. Upchurch, Enrique Criado
Contributors: Criado, Enrique; SpringerLink (Online service)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
Publisher: Humana Press
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Totowa, NJ
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 381
ISBN-13: 9781603272032; 9781603272049
Subjects: Transplantation of organs, tissues; Cardiology; Medicine; Surgery; Blood-vessels; Interventional radiology
Description: As life expectancy is extended, the incidence and occurrence of Aortic Aneurysms are becoming increasingly common. Until recently, the treatment of aortic disease was primarily surgical, carrying a high mortality rate among the high risk elderly population. In this book, Gilbert R. Upchurch Jr., Enrique Criado, and a panel of distinguished physicians comprehensively assess the rapidly evolving field of aneurysm treatment, focusing on aneurysms of the descending thoracic and abdominal aorta. The discussion of Aortic Aneurysms covers endovascular aortic repair as well as the recent significant improvements in stent graft design. This volume provides a concise and authoritative view of the current state of patient management, serving as a primer on clinical care and surgical procedures for aortic aneurysms.