Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Using Transcaval Aortic Access Technique.

Repair of thoracic aortic aneurysms has evolved in recent history. Open surgical intervention has largely been replaced with endovascular intervention. However, there are anatomic limitations to thoracic endovascular aneurysm repair.

Feasibility of an Opioid Sparing Discharge Protocol Following Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery.

Background: Opioids are commonly prescribed after laparoscopic bariatric surgery but have untoward effects including dependence and diversion. Prior investigation revealed that over three-fourths of discharge opioids prescribed to our patients went unused.

Objectives: To determine the feasibility of an opioid sparing discharge protocol following laparoscopic bariatric surgery.