Embolization of a type 2 endoleak through catheterization of a hypogastric branched stent-graft

J Vasc Surg. 2010 Mar;51(3):712-4. doi: 10.1016/j.jvs.2009.09.007.

Abstract

In contrast to internal iliac artery (IIA) occlusion, the use of branch stent-graft (BSG) has been developed as an efficient adjunct in preserving pelvic blood flow. However, the risk of post-procedural type 2 endoleak (EL) remains. We present the case of an 80-year-old man with a juxtarenal aneurysm extending to both common and IIA. The patient was treated with a fenestrated device and a left BSG after embolization of the right IIA branches. At 6 months, the persistence of a type 2 EL associated with aneurysm growth mandated EL embolization through the BSG with a good result. Technical issues are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation / adverse effects
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation / instrumentation*
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis*
  • Embolization, Therapeutic*
  • Humans
  • Iliac Aneurysm / diagnostic imaging
  • Iliac Aneurysm / surgery*
  • Male
  • Pelvis / blood supply*
  • Prosthesis Design
  • Prosthesis Failure*
  • Sacrum / blood supply*
  • Stents*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome