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Endovascular Repair Of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Risk Factors


Alternate Names for Endovascular Repair Of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm:
EVAR
Minimally invasive repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm

Possible Complications

Your doctor will review a list of possible complications, which may include:

  • Adverse reaction to anesthesia
  • Infection
  • Bruising or bleeding
  • Damage to blood vessels or organs (possibly requiring open surgery)
  • Leaking of blood at the graft
  • Heart attack
  • Blood clots

Factors that may increase the risk of complications include:

  • Diabetes
  • Old age
  • Heart or lung disease
  • Bleeding or clotting disorders

Be sure to discuss these risks with your doctor before the procedure.

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