The Colt Device for Treating Thoraco-Abdominal Aneurysms - Concept and Clinical Results.

Objective: To report results of application a new stent graft design for the treatment of patients with thoraco-abdominal aneurysms (TAAAs), which was co-invented by a vascular surgeon. This is a retrospective observational study.

Methods: The Colt is a self-expanding stent graft, composed of nitinol metal stents creating a special exoskeleton with asymmetric springs covered with polyester material.

The Dilemma after Sealing an Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm - Three Ways Out.

Introduction: Endovascular aneurysm sealing (EVAS) was commercially introduced in 2013. The initial results of EVAS were positive, leading to its widespread use. The mid- and long-term reports showed greater than expected rates of migration, which led to a recall of the device.

Percutaneous thrombin injection to complete SMA pseudoaneurysm exclusion after failing of endograft placement.

Visceral aneurysms are potentially life-threatening vascular lesions. Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) pseudoaneurysms are a rare but well-recognized complication of chronic pancreatitis. Open surgical repair of such an aneurysm, especially in patients after previous surgical treatment, might be dangerous and risky.