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    What is aortic endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR)?

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  • Dr Anthony J. Freeman

    Vascular Surgeon

    Dr Anthony Freeman is a FRACS-qualified Vascular Surgeon based in Cairns, providing comprehensive arterial and venous care to patients across Far North Queensland. He offers … View Profile

    These days most aneurysms can be repaired using keyhole surgery through the groins. This is called endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). Stents are used to reline the aorta and protect the aortic wall from rupture. Endovascular aneurysm repair is effective and safe in selected patients with fewer risks than open surgery. It is still however a major operation performed under general anaesthesia in hospital. Complications may include injury to the kidneys, groin arteries used to access the aneurysm, infection or a leak can develop around the stents used to treat the aneurysm. In some cases patients may require additional procedures.

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