News tagged with abdominal aortic aneurysms
Early evidence shows 'good' cholesterol could combat abdominal aortic aneurysm
New research provides early evidence that 'good' cholesterol may possess anti-aneurysm forming properties. In laboratory-based investigations, scientists found that increased levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDL), the ...
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Mar 06, 2013 |
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Frequency of surveillance scans for small aneurysms can be reduced for most patients
In contrast to the commonly adopted surveillance intervals in current abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening programs, surveillance intervals of several years may be clinically acceptable for the majority of patients with ...
Cardiology
Feb 26, 2013 |
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Customized device tailored to patient's individual anatomy now used to repair abdominal aortic aneurysm without surgery
An abdominal aortic aneurysm - a bulge in the large artery that carries blood away from the heart - can be immediately life-threatening if it grows large enough to rupture. The chance of survival when it ruptures is less ...
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Feb 18, 2013 |
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URMC introduces new treatment for life-threatening aneurysms
Surgeons at the University of Rochester recently introduced a new device to treat potentially deadly aortic aneurysms in the abdomen, reducing the need for invasive surgery and a lengthy recovery. URMC's Heart and Vascular ...
Surgery
Feb 08, 2013 |
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With 'snorkel' technique, vascular surgeons advance safe treatment of complex aortic aneurysms
Geraldine Vitullo lay anesthetized on an operating table in a Central Valley hospital. Her surgery had come to an unexpected stop. "I don't think I can proceed," the surgeon told Vitullo's husband.
Cardiology
Jan 14, 2013 |
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Endovascular, open aneurysm repair long-term survival akin
(HealthDay)—For repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms, endovascular repair and open repair result in similar long-term survival, according to a study published in the Nov. 22 issue of the New England Jo ...
Cardiology
Nov 22, 2012 |
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Minimally invasive surgery works well for abdominal aortic aneurysms, Mayo finds
A minimally invasive procedure known as endovascular repair used for abdominal aortic aneurysms has a low rate of complications, even in high-risk patients such as those with kidney, heart or lung problems, a Mayo Clinic ...
Cardiology
Sep 06, 2012 |
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Repeat aneurysm screening for high-risk men should be considered
Aneurysm screening for men aged over 65 is cost effective and rescreening those at highest risk, at least once, should be considered, suggests a study published in the British Medical Journal today.
Cardiology
Jul 05, 2012 |
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Contrast-enhanced ultrasound monitors aortic aneurysm treatment
Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is an effective, noninvasive method for monitoring patients who undergo endovascular repair for abdominal aortic aneurysms, according to a new study published in the journal Radiology.
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May 15, 2012 |
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Screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms indicated
Population-based screening for often fatal abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) should be given serious consideration, according to a new study from the University of Otago, Wellington.
Cardiology
Feb 24, 2012 |
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Gene discovered as cause of fatal condition
Medical scientists have for the first time identified a gene responsible for a fatal abdominal condition that afflicts tens of thousands of people across the world.
Genetics
Nov 03, 2011 |
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Less invasive anesthetic methods better for endovascular aneurysm repair
Researchers have identified a safer, more cost effective way to provide anesthesia for patients undergoing endovascular repair of an abdominal aortic aneurysm – a common, often asymptomatic condition that, if not found ...
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Oct 27, 2011 |
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New system for repairing abdominal aortic aneurysms
(Medical Xpress) -- When Dr. Ross Milner repaired Lydia Strebing's life-threatening abdominal aortic aneurysm, she was astonished at how easy it was.
Medical research
Jun 08, 2011 |
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