Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9979754 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
In stable rupture of the aorta, initial conservative treatment is safe and allows management of the major associated lesions. Stent grafting of the aortic isthmus is a valuable therapeutic alternative to surgical repair, especially in patients considered high risk for conventional thoracotomy.
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Authors
H. MD, PhD, C. MD, PhD, B. MD, L. MD, M. MD, C. MD, A. MD, A. MD, P. MD, V. MD, G. MD, D. MD, P. MD, G. MD, T. MD, P. MD, PhD,