A Rare Complication After Endovascular Aneurysm Repair: Disconnection of the Suprarenal Stent of a Zenith Endograft

Conclusion: After publication of a few such cases with the older Zenith device, the union between the suprarenal stent and main body was reinforced in 2002 to prevent this complication. Since modification of the device, this sequela had not been described. The reappearance of this complication underscores the need for continued surveillance, considering that these late events may require a reintervention to maintain the clinical success of the procedure.
Source: Journal of Endovascular Therapy - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Endovascular Aneurysm Repair Source Type: research