Background Since the introduction of endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) in 1992, the
number of open AAA repair (OAR) cases continue to decline. The consequence of reduced …

Background: The advent of endovascular aneurysm repairs (EVAR) led to an alarming drop
in open aneurysm repairs (OAR) performed by surgical trainees. Roughly 25% of patients …

Objective In the past decade, treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) has
dramatically shifted from open repair to an endovascular approach. The decreasing number …

Objective The use of endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) to treat abdominal aortic
aneurysms (AAAs) has resulted in a declining number and increased the complexity of open …

Objective A prior analysis predicted a shortfall in open abdominal aortic repair (OAR)
experience for vascular trainees resulting from the rapid adoption, and increased anatomic …

METHODS We recorded type of repair, associated bypasses, and level of aortic clamping. A
survey of US vascular surgery program directors assessed their willingness to assist …

Objective In many vascular centers an endovascular first policy for the treatment of
abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) has resulted in endovascular aortic repair (EVAR) …

The use of endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) for the treatment of infrarenal abdominal
aortic aneurysms (AAAs) is now widespread, with the minimally invasive approach, rapid …

Objective Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) has surpassed the number of open repairs
(OAR) in centers across the country over the last decade. Decreased opportunities for …

OBJECTIVES: This study assessed trends in open and endovascular repair (EVAR) of intact
and ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) in the Medicare population and evaluated …