Elective endovascular treatment of the abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)

Bonneux L, Cleemput I, Vrijens F, Vanoverloop J, Galloo P, Ramaekers D
Record ID 32005001201
Dutch, English, French
Authors' objectives:

The objective of this study is to answer three specific questions:

- What is the state of the art of effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of endovascular graft repair (EVAR) of abdominal aorta aneurysm (AAA), compared to watchful waiting and open repair?

- For which patient groups is EVAR a better choice than watchful waiting and open repair?

- What are the best conditions for safe use of EVAR?

Authors' methods: Review
Details
Project Status: Completed
Year Published: 2005
English language abstract: An English language summary is available
Publication Type: Not Assigned
Country: Belgium
MeSH Terms
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal
  • Stents
  • Technology Assessment, Biomedical
  • Treatment Outcome
Contact
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Copyright: Belgian Health Care Knowledge Centre (KCE)
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