TREATMENT

Aortic Aneurysm Endovascular Repair

VASCULAR & AORTIC REPAIR PROCEDURE

Aortic aneurysm endovascular repair is a minimally invasive procedure used to reinforce a weakened section of the aorta from inside the blood vessel. For selected patients, this approach may help lower rupture risk without a large open incision.
  • Repairs aortic aneurysms
  • Uses a stent graft
  • Minimally invasive approach
  • Requires imaging follow-up
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Key takeaway: Aortic aneurysm endovascular repair uses a stent graft placed inside the aorta to reinforce the weakened area and redirect blood flow.

This treatment may be considered for selected aneurysms when anatomy, aneurysm size, growth pattern, symptoms, and overall health make an endovascular approach appropriate.

WHAT IS AORTIC ANEURYSM ENDOVASCULAR REPAIR?

Aortic aneurysm endovascular repair is a catheter-based procedure used to treat an aneurysm, or weakened bulging area, in the aorta. Instead of removing the aneurysm, a fabric-covered stent graft is placed inside the blood vessel to create a new pathway for blood flow.

The stent graft helps seal off the aneurysm so blood flows through the graft rather than pressing directly against the weakened wall. This can help reduce the risk of aneurysm growth or rupture in appropriately selected patients.

Not every aneurysm can be treated with an endovascular repair. The decision depends on aneurysm size, location, shape, branch vessel involvement, access vessel anatomy, and overall surgical risk.

Who May Be a Good Candidate

  • Aortic aneurysm present
  • Aneurysm is enlarging
  • Suitable vessel anatomy
  • Higher open-surgery risk
  • Needs rupture prevention
A full evaluation helps determine whether endovascular repair is appropriate based on aneurysm size, imaging findings, anatomy, symptoms, and overall health.

Conditions Treated

Aortic aneurysm endovascular repair may be considered for selected aneurysm conditions where reinforcing the aorta from inside the vessel can help reduce future rupture risk.

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

A weakened bulging area in the abdominal aorta that may require monitoring or repair depending on size and risk.

Iliac Artery Aneurysm

Aneurysms involving pelvic blood vessels may sometimes be treated with endovascular techniques.

Enlarging Aneurysm

Aneurysms that grow over time may need treatment planning to reduce rupture risk.

Complex Aortic Anatomy

Some patients need advanced planning when aneurysms involve branch vessels or difficult anatomy.

Benefits of Treatment

  • Reinforces the aorta
  • Reduces rupture risk
  • Avoids large incision
  • Shorter recovery possible
  • Uses image guidance
Benefits depend on aneurysm anatomy, device fit, access vessels, overall health, and follow-up imaging.

How the Procedure Works / What to Expect

Endovascular aneurysm repair is performed using imaging guidance. A stent graft is delivered through blood vessel access points and positioned inside the aorta to seal the aneurysm from blood flow.

Preparation Before Treatment

  • CT imaging is reviewed
  • Device fit is planned
  • Medications are reviewed

During the Procedure

  • Catheters are placed
  • Stent graft is deployed
  • Seal is checked

Recovery & Aftercare

  • Monitoring follows repair
  • Activity limits may apply
  • Imaging follow-up is needed

Risks / Considerations

  • Bleeding can occur
  • Endoleak is possible
  • Reintervention may be needed

Related Treatments / Alternatives

Depending on aneurysm location, anatomy, and treatment goals, endovascular aneurysm repair may be considered alongside other vascular repair or surveillance options.

Aneurysm Surveillance

Routine imaging may be recommended when an aneurysm does not yet meet repair criteria.

Vascular Stenting

Stent-based techniques may support blood flow or vessel repair in selected vascular conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Endovascular aneurysm repair is a minimally invasive procedure that places a stent graft inside the aorta to reinforce an aneurysm and redirect blood flow.
No. Endovascular repair is performed through small blood vessel access points, while open aneurysm repair uses a larger incision. The best approach depends on anatomy and risk.
Candidates are selected based on aneurysm size, growth, symptoms, vessel anatomy, access route, device fit, and overall health.
Yes. Follow-up imaging is important after endovascular aneurysm repair to check the stent graft, aneurysm sac, and possible endoleak.
An endoleak means blood is still reaching the aneurysm sac after repair. Some endoleaks are monitored, while others may require additional treatment.
A vascular evaluation and detailed imaging review help determine whether endovascular repair, monitoring, or another treatment option is safest.

Locations

LVVIS offers vascular evaluation and treatment planning at multiple Las Vegas locations. Choose the office that is most convenient when scheduling your visit.

LVVIS West Side Consultation Office

8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 350
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Consultations and vascular evaluations

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LV2 Limb & Vascular Division

8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 350
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Limb preservation and podiatry partnership care

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LVVIS East Procedure Office

2250 E Flamingo Rd, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Procedures, diagnostics, and circulatory care

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LVVIS West Side Surgical Center

6120 S Fort Apache Rd, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Advanced vascular and interventional procedures

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