Endovascular Aortic Interventions

A modern, minimally invasive way to treat aortic aneurysms and related conditions

If left untreated, aortic conditions can cause life-threatening bleeding or rupture.

Aortic anatomy and endovascular repair diagram

Understanding the Aorta

Aortic condition illustration

The aorta is the body's largest artery. It carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body.

Aortic Problems Include:

Aortic aneurysm — bulging or ballooning of the artery wall
Aortic dissection — a tear in the inner wall of the aorta
Traumatic injury — damage from accidents
Minimally Invasive Solutions

What Are Endovascular Aortic Interventions?

Endovascular aortic interventions are minimally invasive procedures performed by interventional radiologists/vascular specialists.

Using advanced imaging, doctors guide a catheter (thin tube) through a small incision, usually in the groin, and place a stent graft (a fabric-covered metal tube) inside the diseased part of the aorta.

Reinforces the weak aortic wall
Prevents rupture
Restores normal blood flow
Avoids open-chest or abdominal surgery

Types of Endovascular Aortic Interventions

EVAR — Endovascular Aneurysm Repair

Treats abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA). Stent graft is placed inside the abdominal aorta.

TEVAR — Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair

Treats thoracic aortic aneurysms or dissections. Stent graft is placed inside the chest portion of the aorta.

Complex Aortic Repairs

Fenestrated/Branched EVAR (FEVAR/BEVAR): Custom stents with branches/holes to preserve blood flow to kidney, liver, or bowel arteries. Used for aneurysms near vital branches of the aorta.

Why Choose Endovascular Aortic Repair?

Minimally invasive

Only a small groin incision, no large open surgery

Faster recovery

Most patients return home in 2-3 days

Lower risk

Less blood loss, fewer complications

Safe and effective

Prevents rupture and saves lives

Suitable for high-risk

An option even for those unfit for open surgery

Proven results

Excellent long-term outcomes worldwide

Who Should Consider EVAR/TEVAR?

Medical Indicators

  • An abdominal or thoracic aortic aneurysm > 5-5.5 cm
  • Rapidly growing aneurysm
  • Symptomatic aneurysm (pain, tenderness)

Other Candidates

  • Aortic dissection or traumatic injury
  • High surgical risk but need urgent treatment
  • Patients unsuitable for open surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

🌟 Take the Next Step

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with an aortic aneurysm or dissection, ask your doctor about endovascular aortic repair. It may offer:

A safer alternative to open surgery

Faster recovery

Long-term protection against rupture

👉Consult an interventional radiologist or vascular specialist to know if you are a candidate for EVAR or TEVAR.