Back to Aortic Symposium
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
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Discuss the natural history, evaluation, imaging, management and treatment of aneurysms involving the ascending, arch and thoracoabdominal portions of the aorta |
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Discuss the evaluation, management and treatment of aortic dissection |
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Discuss surgical options for replacing or preserving the aortic valve during aortic root replacement |
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Discuss approaches to cerebral and spinal cord protection during aneurysm surgery |
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Discuss the use of various materials for surgical treatment of aneurysm disease, including collagen impregnated grafts, composite graphs, and homografts. |
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Discuss endovascular approaches to thoracic aortic aneurysm disease, including hybrid surgical and endovascular procedures. |
