Abdominal & Thoracoabdominal Aorta
EVAR — Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
A minimally invasive stent-graft for infrarenal abdominal aneurysms.
What it is
EVAR treats abdominal aortic aneurysms by delivering a stent-graft through small groin incisions and deploying it inside the aorta to reinforce the wall and seal off the aneurysm. Compared with open surgery it means smaller incisions, less pain, fewer complications, and a faster recovery.
When it’s recommended
- Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm with suitable anatomy
- Patients seeking a faster recovery
- Higher-risk patients who may not tolerate open surgery
How it’s performed
Every plan is individualized and reviewed by our multidisciplinary aortic team.
CT angiography to confirm anatomy and size the device
Stent-graft delivered through small groin punctures
The graft is deployed and seals the aneurysm from within
Completion imaging confirms the result
Recovery & follow-up
Most patients go home within a day or two and return to normal activity quickly; lifelong imaging follow-up confirms the stent-graft keeps working.
Why the Baylor Medicine Center for Aortic Surgery
Complex aortic care is safest in experienced hands. Dr. Oderich and the Center bring more than 7,000 open and endovascular aortic repairs of experience, advanced imaging, and a multidisciplinary team to every case.
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