Project description:ObjectiveEfficacy of thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) for chronic type B aortic dissection (CTBAD) is dependent on eliminating retrograde false lumen perfusion and remodeling the aorta. We describe the efficacy of a novel transcatheter electrosurgical technique to fenestrate the dissection flap and create a distal seal zone for TEVAR in CTBAD.MethodsA retrospective review of the Emory Aortic Database from 2016 to 2023 identified 33 patients who underwent TEVAR with intentional endovascular rupture of the dissection flap (Knickerbocker; KNICK) for CTBAD. In 11 patients, we performed transcatheter electrosurgical aortic septostomy (TECSAS) before KNICK. The technical aspects of TECSAS + KNICK are described and results compared with TEVAR + KNICK alone.ResultsDissection chronicity, aortic size, and preoperative demographics were similar between groups. Technical success was 100%, with zero stroke or paraplegia in both groups. Thirty-day mortality for TECSAS versus KNICK was 0% versus 13.6% (P = .199). Median follow-up was shorter after TECSAS versus KNICK, although not statistically significant (14.6 months vs 21.9 months; P = .065). Elimination of retrograde false lumen perfusion (TECSAS 100% vs KNICK 68.2%; P = .035) and complete false lumen thrombosis or obliteration (TECSAS 91.9% vs KNICK 54.6%; P = .037) were more frequent after the TECSAS procedure. Aortic reinterventions were less frequent after TECSAS versus KNICK (0% vs 13.6%, P = .199), although not statistically significant.ConclusionsThe addition of TECSAS to intentional endovascular rupture of the dissection flap in CTBAD improves distal seal, eliminating retrograde false lumen perfusion. This technique is a safe and precise method to fenestrate a dissection flap and optimize TEVAR in CTBAD.
Project description:Interrupted aortic arch is a rare (prevalence 1:100000) but malignant cause of secondary hypertension, with late sequela of early myocardial infarction, stroke, and heart failure. We present the case of a 49-year-old male patient with aortic interruption successfully treated by intravascular ultrasound guided transcatheter electrosurgical wire crossing and revascularization using a covered stent.Learning objectiveTranscatheter electrosurgical wire techniques utilizing intravascular ultrasound facilitate safe and effective percutaneous revascularization of complex aortic coarctation patients.
Project description:BackgroundThe open anastomosis technique is a classic procedure for treating extended ascending aortic aneurysms, but hypothermic circulatory arrest is unavoidable, which increases the risk of organ injury. The aortic arch-clamping (AAC) technique is an alternative treatment. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of the AAC technique in patients with ascending aortic aneurysms extending to the proximal arch.MethodsFrom January 2015 to February 2022, 230 patients with ascending aneurysms extending to the proximal arch underwent surgical intervention. Based on the type of distal ascending aorta surgery, the patients were divided into the AAC group (n=117 cases) and the open distal anastomosis (ODA) group (n=113 cases). The prognosis of 67 matched pairs was compared after 1:1 propensity score matching (PSM).ResultsAfter PSM, the baseline data were similar between the AAC and ODA groups. In the AAC group, the cardiopulmonary bypass duration was significantly lower (median 120 vs. 156 min, P<0.001). The incidences of acute kidney injury (AKI), transient neurological dysfunction, and ventilation time >24 h increased significantly in the ODA group (32.8% vs. 7.5%, P=0.001; 9% vs. 0%, P=0.04; 19.4% vs. 6%, P=0.04, respectively). Multivariable logistic regression analysis showed that the AAC approach was an independent protective factor for composite adverse events [odds ratio (OR): 0.05, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.01-0.39, P=0.005], ventilation time >24 h (OR: 0.33, 95% CI: 0.12-0.92, P=0.03), and AKI (OR: 0.21, 95% CI: 0.08-0.54, P=0.001). There was no significant difference in midterm mortality (3.0% vs. 4.5%, P=0.44) or reintervention rates (3.0% vs. 3.0%, P=0.91) between the two groups.ConclusionsConsidering its short- and mid-term efficacy, the AAC technique is an alternative technique for extended ascending aneurysms.
Project description:This study aimed to establish a chronic proximal thoracic aortic aneurysm(cPTAA) model by combining periaortic elastase application and 90-day oral 3-aminopropionitrile fumarate salt(BAPN) administration.Transcriptome Sequencing was performed using Illumina Novaseq platform in 7 murine cPTAAs or 5 sham-operated proximal thoracic aortas.The Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analyses revealed the differentially expressed genes were most enriched in immune and inflammation related pathways.
Project description:BackgroundValve-in-valve transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has emerged as a competent alternative for the treatment of degenerated bioprosthetic valves after surgical aortic valve replacement, or during TAVI procedure as a bailout option. Herein, we report a rare case of a self-expandable Medtronic Evolut R valve into a failing Medtronic CoreValve, with the use of modern pre-TAVI imaging screening, suggesting the proper procedural design steps for so complicated implantations.Case summaryA frail 78-year-old woman with a degenerated Medtronic Core Valve 26 mm bioprosthesis, implanted in 2011 due to severe aortic stenosis, was referred to our hospital due to worsening dyspnoea New York Heart Association III. The screening echocardiography documented severe aortic stenosis, while the classical risk scores were in favour of repeated TAVI (EuroSCORE II 5.67%). Computed tomography measurements and three-dimensional (3D) printing model were of great help for the proper valve selection (Medtronic Evolut R 26 mm), while the use of cerebral protection device (Claret Sentinel) was considered as a necessary part of the procedure. The simultaneous use of fluoroscopy and transoesophageal echocardiogram led to optimal haemodynamic result, confirmed by the discharge echocardiogram, with a significant clinical improvement during the first month follow-up.DiscussionThe main periprocedural concerns remain valve malpositioning, coronary artery obstruction, and high remaining transvalvular gradients. The multimodality pre-TAVI imaging screening may be helpful for precise procedural design. Despite the limited use of 3D models, it is necessary to adopt such tissue-mimicking phantoms to increase the possibility of optimal procedural result.
Project description:Bronchial artery aneurysm (BAA) is a rare and fatal condition that requires immediate treatment. However, conventional surgical and transcatheter arterial embolization treatments are less effective. In the present case, a 76-year-old hypertensive woman was admitted with dizziness and diagnosed with an unruptured bronchial artery aneurysm, which was treated by transcatheter arterial embolization and aortic stent-graft. The patient's clinical status was stable during the 4-year follow-up. Simultaneously, we reviewed 79 research papers, analyzing past BAA cases for their etiology, symptoms, and treatment outcomes. We found that catheter arterial embolization and aortic stent-graft implantation, especially for BAA of short-necked and arterial tortuosity, demonstrate superior efficacy compared to other methods. Therefore, we consider this approach to be the preferred choice in clinical BAA treatment.