Hybrid Surgical Procedures for Thoracic Pathology (Great Vessel Transposition and Bypass, Mesenteric and Visceral Revascularization)

As a direct evolutionary step from stenting abdominal aortic aneurysms, endovascular

techniques have been successfully used to treat a variety of lesions in the thoracic aorta,

including aneurysms, dissections, penetrating ulcers, aorto-visceral fistulas, acute transections,

coarctations and complications of previous aortic repair (1-8). The early results of a minimally

invasive, endoluminal approach have been favorable, with reduced blood loss, a lower rate of

spinal cord injuries, shorter intensive therapy unit (ITU) and hospital stays, and a reduced

recovery time for the patient.