1. Discussing on the Aortic Coverage in Type B Aortic Dissection Treatment: A Comprehensive Scoping Review
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Daniele Bissacco, Jasper F. de Kort, Anna Ramella, Sara Allievi, Paolo Bellotti, Renato Casana, Maurizio Domanin, Francesco Migliavacca, and Santi Trimarchi
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scoping review ,thoracic aorta ,aortic dissection ,TEVAR ,Medicine - Abstract
Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate and address the question surrounding the determination of the optimal endograft length of coverage during TEVAR for type B aortic dissection (TBAD), with a particular emphasis on the distal landing zone (DLZ). Data sources: MEDLINE, Scopus, and Web of Science databases were used. Methods: The PRISMA-ScR statement was followed. Results: Several variables can contribute to the length of coverage during TEVAR in TBAD patient. Baseline patient’s characteristics, TBAD-related features, the type of endoprosthesis, and postoperative graft behaviour may contribute to the choice of coverage. Conclusions: No robust data have been published regarding the optimal length of TEVAR. Therefore, reporting the percentage of covered aorta and improving computational studies should be valorised to improve postoperative outcomes.
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- 2024
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