3D printing-assisted triple-vessel in situ fenestration combined with a diameter-restricting technique for a complex giant aortic arch aneurysm in an octogenarian: a case report and technical innovation
This case highlights that TEVAR with 3D printing-assisted <i>ex vivo</i> fenestration and a diameter-restricting technique can serve as a viable alternative to open surgery for high-risk octogenarians with complex aortic arch aneurysms, overcoming traditional limitations of <i>in situ</i> fenestration while preserving cerebral perfusion. Further studies are warranted to validate this approach in larger populations.
Authors
- Xueshi Yin
- Long Tang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-4894-4858)
- Han Chen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5912-3692)
- Ying Liu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-7194-2378)
- Jing Ge
- Yongheng Zhang
Institutions
- North Sichuan Medical University (CN)
- Suizhou Central Hospital (CN)
- Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
- Published
- 2026-01-20
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fcvm.2025.1650003
- Primary Topic
- Aortic Disease and Treatment Approaches
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00