Search Results - "Afifi, Rana O"
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A Quarter Century of Organ Protection in Open Thoracoabdominal Repair
Published in Annals of surgery (01-10-2015)“…INTRODUCTION:Thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm (TAAA) remains a challenging problem. We sought to examine our experience with thoracic and thoracoabdominal…”
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Outcomes of open repairs of chronic distal aortic dissection anatomically amenable to endovascular repairs
Published in The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery (01-01-2021)“…To review short-term outcomes and long-term survival and durability after open surgical repairs for chronic distal aortic dissections in patients whose anatomy…”
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Redo Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair: A Single-Center Experience Over 25 Years
Published in The Annals of thoracic surgery (01-05-2017)“…Background Aortic disease is a lifelong, progressive illness that may require repeated intervention over time. We reviewed our 25-year experience with open…”
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Open Descending and Thoracoabdominal Aortic Repairs in Patients Younger Than 50 Years Old
Published in The Annals of thoracic surgery (01-09-2019)“…The purpose of this study was to redefine indications of open descending and thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair in the younger population. Between 1991…”
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Retrograde aortic dissection during thoracic endovascular aortic repair: How to prevent and treat
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Assessment of histological characteristics, imaging markers, and rt-PA susceptibility of ex vivo venous thrombi
Published in Scientific reports (23-11-2021)“…Venous thromboembolism is a significant source of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Catheter-directed thrombolytics is the primary treatment used to relieve…”
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Is Total Arch Replacement Associated With Worse Outcomes During Repair of Acute Type A Aortic Dissection?
Published in The Annals of thoracic surgery (01-12-2015)“…Background As acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) remains a challenge, the extent of resection of the transverse arch remains debated during operative…”
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Preoperative Sarcopenia Portends Worse Outcomes After Descending Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair
Published in The Annals of thoracic surgery (01-11-2018)“…Sarcopenia may be an indicator of frailty. We used the total psoas area index (TPAI) to identify sarcopenia and evaluated the effect of preoperative TPAI on…”
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New type A dissection after acute type B aortic dissection
Published in Journal of vascular surgery (01-01-2018)“…Aortic dissection is a dynamic process that can progress both proximal and distal to the initial entry tear. We sought to determine associations for…”
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Leadership disparity in vascular surgery: Time to recalibrate perceptions and acknowledge reality
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Open repair with latissimus muscle flap coverage for treatment of infected thoracic endovascular aneurysm repair
Published in Journal of vascular surgery cases and innovative techniques (01-04-2024)“…A male patient, 70 years of age, was evaluated for an infected thoracic endovascular aneurysm repair (TEVAR). After presenting with persistent fever, a…”
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Fluctuations in Spinal Cord Perfusion Pressure: a Harbinger of Delayed Paraplegia after Thoracoabdominal Aortic Repair
Published in Seminars in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery (2017)“…Abstract Objective Delayed paraplegia (DP) following thoracoabdominal aortic repair is a dreaded complication. We reviewed our experience with the occurrence…”
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Early and late outcomes of acute type A aortic dissection with intramural hematoma
Published in The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery (01-01-2015)“…Introduction Controversy remains regarding management of acute type A dissection with intramural hematoma (IMH). Our purpose was to analyze our experience and…”
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Insights From the Histopathologic Analysis of Acquired and Genetic Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Dissections
Published in Texas Heart Institute journal (12-02-2024)“…The purpose of this study was to apply contemporary consensus criteria developed by the Society for Cardiovascular Pathology and the Association for European…”
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Successful Multistaged Surgical Management of Secondary Aortoesophageal Fistula With Graft Infection
Published in The Annals of thoracic surgery (01-06-2016)“…Secondary aortoenteric fistula is a rare and dreaded complication of aortic graft replacement. This case demonstrates successful management of a patient with…”
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Determinants of Operative Mortality in Patients With Ruptured Acute Type A Aortic Dissection
Published in The Annals of thoracic surgery (01-01-2016)“…Background Acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) is a surgical emergency associated with high mortality and morbidity. We analyzed our 15-year experience in…”
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Glossary of terms and concepts relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion to reflect on, debate, and raise awareness of: A report from the Society for Vascular Surgery Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Published in Journal of vascular surgery (01-08-2021)“…The presented glossary highlights the concepts and terminology related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Although this list should not be considered…”
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Management of Recurrent Delayed Neurologic Deficit After Thoracoabdominal Aortic Operation
Published in The Annals of thoracic surgery (2016)“…Delayed neurologic deficit (DND) is a devastating adverse event after thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair. Multiple adjuncts have been devised to…”
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Early and Late Outcomes After Complete Aortic Replacement
Published in The Annals of thoracic surgery (01-08-2015)“…Background The purpose of this report was to analyze our experience with total aortic replacement during a 20-year period. Methods Between 1991 and 2013, 3,012…”
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Impaled Aorta: A Rare Case of Aortic Perforation With a Vertebral Outgrowth
Published in The Annals of thoracic surgery (01-04-2015)“…We describe an unusual case of aortic perforation by a vertebral osteophyte, complicated by a mycotic pseudoaneurysm, in a patient who underwent successful…”
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