Mortality after endovascular versus open repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm in the elderly

This study reflects contemporary real world outcomes of nonruptured AAA repair in the elderly. Open repair was associated with almost fivefold increase in mortality compared with endovascular repair. Elderly patients who are functionally dependent are less likely to benefit from AAA repair, whether OAR or EVAR. Further prospective studies are required to better understand the predictors of mortality after AAA repair in the geriatric population which could guide decision-making and improve outcomes in this population.