Discussion on the technical details of the controllable fenestrated thoracic aortic endovascular repair / 国际外科学杂志

ABSTRACT

Fenestrated thoracic aortic endovascular repair (TEVAR), as the most advantageous technique for total endovascular repair of aortic arch lesions, has been widely carried out in China, but the technical level is different, the operation process lacks standardization, and the quality control is insufficient. This article discusses the technical details include how to ensure the controllability of TEVAR in physician-modified fenestration, how to choose indications, select fenestration positions, make fenestration, install preset guide wires, unwind guide wires, accurately position fenestration of the hole, delivery and release of the bridging stent combined with author′s experience.