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Current techniques of repair of aortic arch pathologies and the role of the aortic team

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The treatment of aortic arch pathologies is becoming progressively more complex and multidisciplinary. Despite progresses in open surgical techniques, the high rate of surgical morbidity and mortality, especially in frail and elderly patients, has led to the development of alternative treatment options to conventional open surgery such as hybrid and endovascular procedures. Our purpose is to summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the different approaches and investigate the role of a dedicated aortic team in the choice of the most appropriate treatment for each patient.

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Lodo, V., Centofanti, P. Current techniques of repair of aortic arch pathologies and the role of the aortic team. Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12055-024-01704-x

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