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ArticleAorta (Stamford, Conn.)2022

Open Retroperitoneal Repair for Complex Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms.

Martin Hossack, Gregory Simpson, Penelope Shaw, Robert Fisher, Francesco Torella, John Brennan, Jonathan Smout

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Martin HossackLiverpool Vascular and Endovascular Service, Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals National Health Service Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom.ORCID 0000-0002-1327-8103
Gregory SimpsonLiverpool Vascular and Endovascular Service, Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals National Health Service Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Penelope ShawLiverpool Vascular and Endovascular Service, Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals National Health Service Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Robert FisherLiverpool Vascular and Endovascular Service, Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals National Health Service Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Francesco TorellaLiverpool Vascular and Endovascular Service, Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals National Health Service Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom.
John BrennanLiverpool Vascular and Endovascular Service, Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals National Health Service Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Jonathan SmoutLiverpool Vascular and Endovascular Service, Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals National Health Service Trust, Liverpool, United Kingdom.

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Abstract

backgroundOpen surgical repair (OSR) of complex abdominal aortic aneurysms (CAAAs) can be challenging. We frequently utilize the retroperitoneal (RP) approach for such cases. We audited our outcomes with the aim of establishing the utility and safety of this approach.

methodsRetrospective analysis was performed of all patients undergoing OSR of an unruptured CAAA via a RP approach in our center over a 7-year period. Data on repairs via a transperitoneal (TP) approach were collected to provide context. Demographic, operative, radiological, and biochemical data were collected. The primary outcome measure was 30-day/inpatient mortality. Secondary outcomes included the need for reoperation, incidence of postoperative chest infection, acute kidney injury (AKI) and length of stay (LOS). All patients received aortic clamping above at least one main renal artery.

resultsOne hundred and three patients underwent OSR of an unruptured CAAA; 55 via a RP approach, 48 TP. The RP group demonstrated a more advanced pattern of disease with a larger median maximum diameter (65 vs. 61 mm,

conclusionOSR of CAAAs carries significant 30-day mortality. In patients unsuitable for fenestrated endovascular aortic repair or those desiring a durable long-term solution, OSR can be performed through the RP or TP approach. This study has demonstrated that in our unit RP repair facilitates treatment of more advanced AAA utilizing complex proximal clamp zones with similar perioperative morbidity and mortality compared with TP cases utilizing more distal clamping.

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