Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9173597 | Journal of Vascular Surgery | 2005 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Transthoracic arch reconstruction for complex brachiocephalic disease can be done with acceptably low morbidity and mortality similar to those of a less invasive, extrathoracic approach. Furthermore, the transthoracic approach is associated with significantly better long-term freedom from graft failure, possibly because it preserves aortic inflow to the great vessels. Nonetheless, the high frequency of late events in this relatively young patient population reflects the presence of multisystem atherosclerosis and suggests the need for close follow-up and lifestyle modification.
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Authors
Thomas J. MD, George J. MD, Denton A. MD, J. Michael MD, James J. MD, Igor D. MD, Zvonimir MD, Roberto D. MD, David A. MD, O.H. MD,