Comparison of Early Patency Rate and Long-Term Outcomes of Various Techniques for Reconstruction of Segmental Arteries During Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair

Henmi and colleagues analyzed the results of different reimplantation techniques of segmental arteries during thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair. Among 172 patients, 111 underwent segmental artery reconstruction via graft interposition, 38 via single-cuff anastomosis, and 23 via island reconstruction. The graft interposition technique had a poor patency rate. Island reconstruction and single-cuff anastomosis offered better patency, however island reconstruction required reoperation for patch aneurysm. The authors conclude that single-cuff anastomosis is a more reliable technique in terms of early and long-term outcomes.