Aortic Mural Thrombus in the Normal or Minimally Atherosclerotic Aorta

Conclusions: The results of our meta-analysis seem to favor the surgical management of aortic mural thrombus in the normal or minimally diseased aorta. Anticoagulation as primary therapy is associated with a higher likelihood of recurrence, a trend toward a higher incidence of complications, and a higher incidence of limb loss. Aortic surgery should be considered as primary treatment, particularly for those patients at high risk for recurrence considered to be good operative candidates.

Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - August 27, 2012 Category: Surgery Authors: Ziad Y. Fayad, Elie Semaan, Bashar Fahoum, Matt Briggs, Anthony Tortolani, Marcus D’Ayala Tags: Clinical Research Source Type: research