Endoleaks after EVAR – Cardiology MCQ – Answer

Endoleaks after EVAR – Cardiology MCQ – Answer

Graft porosity causing endoleak after endovascular aortic repair is classified as — type of endoleak – Correct answer: 4. Type IV.

Types of endoleaks after EVAR [1]

I – Proximal or distal attachment site
II – Branch vessel with collateral flow into the aneurysm sac
III – Modular disconnection and fabric tear
IV – Graft porosity
V – Endo tension

Reference

  1. Sarah B White, S William Stavropoulos. Management of Endoleaks following Endovascular Aneurysm Repair. Semin Intervent Radiol. 2009 Mar;26(1):33-8.

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