How Do You Reduce The Size Of An Aortic Aneurysm?
An aortic aneurysm is an abnormal bulge in the wall of the aorta. While surgery was often required to repair this potentially fatal problem in the past, there is a minimally-invasive procedure called Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR, TEVAR, TA-EVAR) or Endovascular Grafting, which is currently being used to shrink aneurysms and remove their threat. EVAR takes place inside your aorta using long, thin tubes. Reinforced stents (tube-like devices) are brought in through the catheters and placed in the areas of the aneurysm to strengthen the aortic wall and cause the weak bulge to shrink. Meet with your health care provider. Undergo the necessary pre-procedure tests to ensure that Endovascular Aneurysm Repair is the right option for you. Prepare for the procedure. Take a sedative and local anesthesia or general anesthesia (depending upon your circumstances). The doctor will clean and shave the area of the insertion points. Remain calm as the surgeon cuts into the skin over the femoral art
