Total arch replacement versus debranching thoracic endovascular aortic repair for aortic arch aneurysm: what indicates a high-risk patient for arch repair in octogenarians?

ConclusionsTAR in octogenarians with COPD and/or malignancy showed higher mortality rates; d-TEVAR is more appropriate in these situations. The prevention of perioperative stroke, which is related with poor prognosis in both the groups, is critical.

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Source: General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2018 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research