Diagnosis and Treatment of Aortic and Peripheral Arterial Aneurysms

61 internationally known authorities present todays most practical, in-depth clinical resource on aneurysmal disease. They provide up-to-the-minute guidance on the preoperative evaluation and intraoperative management of thoracic, abdominal, and peripheral arterial aneurysms. While numerous other texts deal with general vascular surgery, this books unique focus allows it to examine aneurysms in greater depth, covering a full range of specific challenges and clinical issues relative to specific body sites. Explores the natural history and preoperative evaluation of patients undergoing aortic aneurysm surgery; thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms and aortic stented grafts; surgical approaches and techniques for treating challenging abdominal aortic aneurysms; management of non-aortic aneurysms, and much more Examines advances in imaging technology as well as new surgical techniques such as endovascular grafting Offers valuable guidelines for determining which patients require treatment, solving complex surgical problems, and preventing complications Features over 395 crisp illustrations that clarify nuances of diagnostic and surgical technique