Abstract
Purpose
Aortic dissection is a complex condition with high morbidity and mortality. Endovascular treatments including percutaneous fenestration can be used to manage branch vessel ischaemia or risk of aortic rupture. A variety of techniques for aortic fenestration have been described. We describe the novel use of the TruePath Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) device for aortic intimal fenestration to achieve side branch reconnection.
Materials and Methods
We present three cases of aortic dissection presenting with symptoms of aortic side branch occlusion and end organ malperfusion, treated with aortic fenestration using the TruePath CTO device via trans-brachial and trans-femoral approaches.
Results
Technical success was achieved in all three cases. No complications were encountered. Flow was restored in compromised visceral branches. Branches remained patent on follow-up CT angiography over a minimum 2.5-year follow-up period.
Conclusion
Percutaneous aortic fenestration techniques enable a minimally invasive approach to treat visceral branch malperfusion associated with aortic dissection. The TruePath CTO device improves the control of the fenestration procedure with the potential to improve efficacy and safety.
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Ghali, R., Maingard, J., Kok, H. et al. Catheter-Directed Fenestration for Branch Vessel Reconnection in Aortic Dissection Using a Novel Diamond-Tipped Chronic Total Occlusion Drilling Device: A Technical Report. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 42, 608–614 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00270-018-2124-8
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00270-018-2124-8