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Objective: The long-term outcomes after endovascular abdominal aneurysm repair (EVAR) of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) have been inferior to those after open surgical repair with regard to reinterventions and late mortality. AAA sac remodeling after EVAR has been associated with endoleaks, reinterventions, and mortality. Therefore, knowledge of the predictors of AAA sac remodeling could indirectly give insight into the long-term EVAR outcomes. In the present review, we aimed to provide an overview of the evidence for anatomic predictors of positive and negative AAA sac remodeling after EVAR.Methods: A systematic literature review and analysis were conducted in accordance with the PRISMA (preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses) and Cochrane guidelines. The PubMed and Scopus databases were searched using terms of AAA sac growth, shrinkage, and remodeling. Eligible studies were identified, and only those studies that had included currently used endografts were included.Results: A total of 19 studies that had reported on a total of 27 anatomic parameters of the aortoiliac anatomy were included. Only 4 parameters had been investigated by more than five studies, 7 parameters were investigated by three to five studies, 7 parameters were investigated by two studies, and 9 parameters were investigated by one study. For the presence of neck thrombus, three of four studies had reported similar results, indicating that the presence of neck thrombus might predict for less AAA sac shrinkage. AAA thrombus, the total AAA volume, the flow-lumen volume, aortic calcification, and the number of hostile neck parameters were only investigated by two to three studies. However, these parameters seemed promising for the prediction of sac remodeling. For hostile neck anatomy, neck length, infrarenal neck angulation, and patency of the inferior mesenteric artery, no significant association with any category of AAA sac remodeling was found.Conclusions: The present review demonstrates neck thrombus, AAA thrombus, number of hostile neck parameters, total AAA volume, AAA flow-lumen volume, and aortic calcification as important anatomic features that are likely to play a role in AAA remodeling after endovascular repair and should be further explored using advanced imaging techniques. We also found that strong, consistent evidence regarding the anatomic predictors of AAA sac remodeling after EVAR is lacking. Therefore, further research with large patient groups for a broad range of predictors of AAA sac change after EVAR is needed to complement the current gap in the evidence.

Purpose To evaluate the mid-term outcomes of transarterial embolization (TAE) for type II endoleak after endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR) and investigate the predictors of sac enlargement after embolization. Materials and Methods We conducted a retrospective analysis of 55 patients [48 men and 7 women, median age 79.0 (interquartile ranges 74-82) years] who underwent TAE for type II endoleak from 2010 to 2018. The aneurysmal sac enlargement, endoleaks, aneurysm-related adverse event rate, and reintervention rate were evaluated. Patients' characteristics and clinical factors were evaluated for their association with sac enlargement. Results Fifty-five patients underwent TAE with technical success and were subsequently followed for a median of 636 (interquartile ranges 446-1292) days. The freedom from sac enlargement rates at 1, 3, and 5 years was 73.2%, 32.0%, and 26.7%, respectively. After initial TAE, the recurrent type II, delayed type I, and occult type III endoleak were identified in 39 (71%), 5 (9%), and 3 (5%) patients, respectively. Although a patient had aorto-duodenal fistula, there was no aneurysm-related death. The freedom from reintervention rates was 84.6%, 35.7%, and 17.0%, respectively. In the multivariate analysis, sac diameter > 55 mm at initial TAE (hazard ratios, 3.23; 95% confidence intervals, 1.22-8.58; P < 0.05) was a significant predictor of sac enlargement. Conclusion TAE for type II endoleak was not effective in preventing sac enlargement, and reinterventions were required among the mid-term follow-up. The sac diameter > 55 mm at initial TAE was a significant predictor of sac enlargement.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the potential risk factors of type II endoleak and sac growth after endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) and the outcomes of secondary interventions. Materials and Methods: Ninety seven patients underwent elective EVAR for infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysms in two tertiary centers between April 2005 and July 2013. Clinical and imaging parameters were compared among sac growth (>5 mm) and non-growth groups. Risk factors associated with sac growth and persistent type II endoleak were analyzed. The outcomes of reinterventions for persistent type II endoleak were determined. Results: Sac growth was observed in 20 cases (20.6%) and endoleak was found in 90% of them compared to 28.6% (22/77) in the non-growth group (P

Objective/Background Persistent type II endoleak (EL II) with sac enlargement after endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm requires treatment to prevent rupture. Embolization is not always effective. Conversion to open repair with stent graft (SG) explantation is a high risk option. The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility and immediate results of an alternative technique combining obliterative endoaneurysmorrhaphy (OEA) with SG preservation. Methods The open surgical technique combined sacotomy, ligation of all patent back-bleeding vessels and SG preservation. The aneurysmal shell was tightly closed over the SG to protect it from the intestines. An intra-aortic occlusion balloon was used when clamping was required. Results Twelve patients were treated with the OEA technique at Amiens University Hospital. All 12 procedures were successful. Four patients had previously undergone unsuccessful transarterial or translumbar embolization. Aortic clamping was performed in four cases. No SG migration or graft dislocation was observed. Follow up computed tomography scan at a median of 12 months showed shrinkage of the aneurysm sac with stable diameters and no recurrence of EL II in all cases. Conclusion The OEA technique is an alternative option for the treatment of progressive EL II, which can be particularly useful after failure of embolization.

Type II endoleak is a common condition occurring after endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms (EVAR), and may result in aneurysm sac growth and/or rupture in a small number of patients. A prophylactic strategy of inferior mesenteric artery (IMA) embolization before EVAR has been advocated, however, the benefits of this strategy are controversial. A clinical vignette allows the authors to summarize the available data about this issue and discuss the possible benefits and risks of prophylactic IMA embolization before EVAR. The authors performed a meta-analysis of available data which showed that the pooled rate of type II endoleak after IMA embolization was 19.9% (95% Cl 3.4-34.7%, I-2 93%) whereas it was 41.4% (95% Cl 30.4-52.3%, I-2 76%) in patients without IMA embolization (5 studies including 596 patients: p

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No. of bitstreams: 1 silvajunior_je_me_bot.pdf: 992178 bytes, checksum: 6cf7663fc6a01c288850e2c6ea550472 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2017-08-25 Não recebi financiamento A correção endovascular do aneurisma de aorta abdominal (EVAR) modificou o tratamento desta patologia, reduzindo a mortalidade e as complicações, á curto prazo quando comparada à cirurgia aberta. Ainda assim, os pacientes necessitam de seguimento rigoroso a fim de reconhecer as possíveis complicações. O crescimento do diâmetro do saco aneurismático pós-EVAR está relacionado ao risco de rotura ou necessidade de reabordagem, sendo que alguns fatores pré-operatórios podem prever esse aumento. OBJETIVO:Identificar se os sintomas pré-tratamento EVAR podem ser um fator preditivo para a continuidade da expansão do saco aneurismático após tratamento, no seguimento em 12 meses. MATERIAL E MÉTODOS: Estudo retrospectivo realizado através da coleta de dados do prontuário dos pacientes em seguimento na Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu e que preencheram critérios de inclusão. Os pacientes foram separados em dois grupos de estudos: G1- Pacientes assintomáticos quanto a presença do aneurisma de aorta infrarenal; G2- Pacientes sintomáticos quanto a presença do aneurisma de aorta infrarenal. Todos os grupos foram acompanhados por 12 meses e avaliados quanto ao crescimento do saco aneurismático após o procedimento endovascular, através de AngioTC e Duplex Scan e coleta do exame “proteína C Reativa” para avaliação inflamatória relacionada ao EVAR. RESULTADOS: Foram estudados 112 pacientes. A faixa etária apresentou uma média de 68,6 anos. 80% eram do sexo masculino e 95% brancos. A maioria dos pacientes eram hipertensos e fumantes, 74,1% e 67% respectivamente. No total houve 22,3% de endoleak e o aumento do saco aneurismático foi de 26,8%. Avaliando todos os pacientes, ocorreu diminuição do diâmetro do AAA em média de 0,8cm, entre o pré e pós-operatório. Observou se que 25,3% dos assintomáticos e 30% dos sintomáticos tiveram crescimento do saco aneurismáticos. A presença de endoleak ocorreu em 19% dos assintomáticos e 41,2% dos sintomáticos. No total, 40 % dos pacientes que evoluíram com aumento do saco aneurismático apresentavam endoleak. CONCLUSÃO: Os pacientes que tiveram dor no pré-operatório, portanto, sintomáticos, apresentaram uma taxa numérica maior do crescimento do saco aneurismático em relação ao grupo que não apresentava sintomas, mas este achado não foi estatisticamente significante. A presença do endoleak não foi a única causa do crescimento dos AAAs. Não houve diferença do PCR colhido no pré-operatório em relação ao crescimento do AAA em ambos os grupos. A hipertensão arterial foi a comorbidades mais frequente na nossa casuística. The endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm (EVAR) modified its treatment, reducing the mortality and complications in short-term compared to open repair. Even though, patients need strict follow-up to identify possibly complications. The sac aneurysm enlargement after EVAR is related to the risk of rupture or reintervention, with some preoperative factors can predict this enlargement. OBJECTIVE: Identify if the AAA symptons, especially pain, are predictors of abdominal aortic aneurym sac enlargement after EVAR. METHODS: Retrospective study through the gathering of data about the patientes in follow-up in Botucatu School Medicine. The patients were separated in two groups: G1 – assymptomatics in the preoperative; G2 – syptomatic in the preoperative. Both groups were followed-up for 12 months to the sac enlargement through AngioCT, duplex scan and Reative-C-Protein. RESULTS: 112 patientes were analysed. The age average was 68,6 years. 80% were male and 95% white. Most of them were hypertensive and smoker, 74,1% and 67% respectively. There was 22,3% of endoleaks and 26,8% sac enlargement ratio. 25,3% of the assymptomatics and 30% of the symptomatics had sac enlargement. 19% of the assymptomatics compared with 41,2% of the symptomatics had endoleak. 40% of the patients with sac enlargement had endoleaks. CONCLUSION: The symptomatics preoperative patients has a higher risk compared with assymptomatic group. The endoleak is not the only reason for the AAA sac enlargement. There was no difference between the groups G1 and G2 related to AAA sac enlargement and Reative-CProtein. Hypertension was the most prevalent comorbidity in our study.

Long-term results of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) endovascular repair are affected by graft design renewals that tend to improve the performance of older generation prostheses but usually reset the follow-up times to zero. The present study investigated the long-term outcomes of endovascular AAA repair (EVAR) using the Zenith graft, still in use without major modification, in a single center experience.Between 2000 and 2011, 610 patients underwent elective EVAR using the Zenith endograft (Cook Inc, Bloomington, Ind) and represent the study group. Primary outcomes were overall survival, freedom from AAA rupture, and freedom from AAA-related death. Secondary outcomes included freedom from late (30 days) reintervention, freedom from late (30 days) conversion to open repair, freedom from aneurysm sac enlargement5.0 mm and freedom from EVAR failure, defined as a composite of AAA-related death, AAA rupture, AAA growth5 mm, and any reintervention.Mean age was 73.2 years. Mean aneurysm diameter was 55.3 mm. There were five perioperative deaths (0.8%) and three intraoperative conversions. At a mean follow-up of 99.2 (range, 0-175) months, seven AAA ruptures occurred, all fatal except one. Overall survival was 92.8% ± 1.1% at 1 year, 70.1% ± 1.9% at 5 years, 37.8% ± 2.9% at 10 years, and 24 ± 4% at 14 years. Freedom from AAA-rupture was 99.8% ± 0.02 at 1 year (one case), 99.4% ± 0.04 at 5 years (three cases), and 98.1% ± 0.07 at 10 and 14 years. Freedom from late reintervention and conversion was 98% ± 0.6 at 1 year, 87.7% ± 1.5 at 5 years, 75.7% ± 3.2 at 10 years, and 69.9% ± 5.2 at 14 years. Freedom from aneurysm sac growth5.0 mm was 99.8% at 1 year, 96.6% ± 0.7 at 5 years, 81.0% ± 3.4 at 10 years, and 74.1% ± 5.8% at 14 years. EVAR failure occurred in 132 (21.6%) patients at 14 years. At multivariate analysis, independent predictors of EVAR failure resulted type I and III endoleak (hazard ratio [HR], 6.7; 95% confidence interval [CI], 4.6- 9.7; P .001], type II endoleak (HR, 2.3; 95% CI, 1.6-3.4; P .001), and American Society of Anesthesiologists grade 4 (HR, 1.6; 95% CI, 1.0-2.6; P = .034).EVAR with Zenith graft represents a safe and durable repair. Risk of rupture and aneurysm-related death is low, whereas overall long-term survival remains poor. Novel endograft models should be tested and evaluated considering that one-fourth of the operated patients will still be alive after 14 years.