Recent studies show that hyperactivation of mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin) signaling plays a causal role in the development of thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection. Modulation of PP2A ...

[8] The same classification is followed in thoracic aneurysm repair ... included studies did not consistently report the extent of aortic coverage and location of endografts; hence, we are ...

The recent INSTEAD trial—a randomized, prospective study performed in 140 patients with uncomplicated Stanford type B aortic dissections—compared standard medical management with endovascular ...

ANEURYSMS of the thoracic aorta may be of diverse etiology ... Demonstrating an Ascending Aortic Aneurysm, with Hyper-trophy of the Left Ventricle and Some Enlargement of the Left Atrium.

A beveled aortic hemiarch replacement is a surgical procedure to repair an aortic aneurysm or aortic dissection in the ascending aorta and arch of the aorta. This procedure involves removing the ...

It can occur in two primary locations: - Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA): Found in the lower part of the aorta running through the abdomen. - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm (TAA): Develops in the chest ...

You will be redirected to our submission process. Endovascular aortic repair (EVAR) has evolved as the preferred method for treating abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA). However, variations in anatomical ...

Jan 29 (Reuters) - Middle-aged adults who need an aortic valve replacement fare better ... U.S. researchers reported at the Society for Thoracic Surgery, opens new tab annual meeting in Los ...