Abstract:In the last few decades the classical open surgical approach for infra-renal aneurysm repair has not undergone major changes. The principle of exposing the aorta, clamping it, and sewing in a vascular graft has not changed significantly. In this meta-analysis, the auteurs claim there may be clinical benefits to performing this surgery via a retroperitoneal (RP) approach. 1 The reduction in mortality of elective infrarenal repairs has been substantial since it was developed. 2 However, this reduction is a resul… Show more
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