Michael D. Dake, M.D. — University of Virginia Health System
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the various pathologies that involve the thoracic aorta and how thoracic endografts may contribute to the management of thoracic aneurysm.
- Define the spectrum of challenges that aneurysms pose to endovascular repair.
- Present the initial results of endovascular stent-graft management of thoracic aneurysm and the potential benefits that endovascular techniques may provide as an alternative to open surgery.