Alex Houser
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Research Subjects
Alex Houser has a total of 2 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Apostolos K. Tassiopoulos
Department of Surgery, Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook, NY, USA; Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook, NY, USA
1 shared publication - Camilo Jose Martinez
Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook, NY 11794, USA
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 2 March 2024
- Published by MDPI AG in Journal of Clinical Medicine
- Vol. 13 (5) , 1460
The Challenge of Treating Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms with Hostile Neck Anatomy: An Overview
Hostile aortic neck anatomy challenges the outcomes of endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR). Besides reverting to open surgical repair (OSR), thoughtful endograft selection and a number of advanced endovascular techniques have been suggested as potential solutions for preventing proximal seal zone complications, improving EVAR durability, and preventing aneurysm-related death. Each technique is associated with advantages and limitations and there has not been a credible direct comparison amongst them in the form of a well-designed prospective trial. The not infrequent presence of multiple hostile anatomic characteristics further complicates decision making and challenges the surgeon’s skills. This paper serves as an overview of hostile neck anatomy and its implications on EVAR. We provide a concise literature review with the purpose of outlining the treatment modalities and outcomes in this patient population.
- 2 March 2024
- Published by MDPI AG in Journal of Clinical Medicine
- Vol. 13 (5) , 1460
Open AccessThe Challenge of Treating Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms with Hostile Neck Anatomy: An Overview
Hostile aortic neck anatomy challenges the outcomes of endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR). Besides reverting to open surgical repair (OSR), thoughtful endograft selection and a number of advanced endovascular techniques have been suggested as potential solutions for preventing proximal seal zone complications, improving EVAR durability, and preventing aneurysm-related death. Each technique is associated with advantages and limitations and there has not been a credible direct comparison amongst them in the form of a well-designed prospective trial. The not infrequent presence of multiple hostile anatomic characteristics further complicates decision making and challenges the surgeon’s skills. This paper serves as an overview of hostile neck anatomy and its implications on EVAR. We provide a concise literature review with the purpose of outlining the treatment modalities and outcomes in this patient population.