Refresher Course: Vascular

RC 1715 - Acute aortic syndromes: state-of-the-art imaging and treatment

March 7, 08:00 - 09:00 CET

5 min
Chairperson's introduction
Jernej Lučev, Maribor / Slovenia
15 min
Pre-procedural imaging
Ferenc Imre Suhai, Budapest / Hungary
  1. To discuss the pros, cons and pitfalls of cross-sectional imaging (computed tomography and magnetic resonance angiography) for treatment planning.
  2. To optimise imaging protocols.
  3. To identify crucial findings for endovascular treatment.
15 min
Treatment options for complex endovascular aortic repair (EVAR)
Fabrizio Fanelli, Rome / Italy
  1. To discuss the pros, cons and pitfalls of CTA and MRA for treatment planning.
  2. To optimise imaging protocols.
  3. To identify crucial findings for endovascular treatment.
15 min
Follow-up imaging
Ruediger Schernthaner, Vienna / Austria
  1. To describe current guidelines for follow-up imaging.
  2. To discuss advanced imaging techniques for unclear cases.
10 min
Q&A