Korean J Med.  2012 Aug;83(2):200-201.

Blunt Aortic Injury: Changing the First Treatment Modality

• Shim WH

Abstract

The incidence of blunt aortic injury is on the rise worldwise because of vehicular trauma. Historically, open repair was the only treatment of option. However, after developing of stent graft, endovascular repair has become more common and preferred treatment for aortic injury.

Keyword

Blunt aortic injury; Stent graft

MeSH Terms

Incidence
Stents
Transplants