Guía de seguimiento no invasivo del tratamiento endovascular del aneurisma de aorta abdominal

Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) is one of the greatest advances in vascular surgery over the past 50 years. In contrast to conventional aneurysm repair, EVAR requires stringent posoperative surveillance. Imaging of the graft and aneurysm is of utmost importance during follow-up to identify patients in need of secondary intervention. This has led to rigorous follow-up protocols based on regular CT examinations. The use of these intense follow-up protocols has recently been questioned due to the high radiation doses and the frequent use of nephrotoxic contrast agents. Less intensive follow-up based on ultrasound examination appears to be safe in the vast majority of patients. We suggest an EVAR surveillance regimen that regulates the frequency and intensity of postoperative imaging based on the outcomes.