Different types of aortic aneurysm include abdominal, thoracic or thoraco-abdominal. The vascular specialist in Hackensack may use a number of diagnostic tests to diagnose your condition. In addition to a physical exam and an evaluation of your medical history, they may use a number of non-invasive imaging techniques to determine the location of the weakened artery.
In the past, an incision was made into the abdomen to remove the area of the artery with the aneurysm, after which a piece of synthetic tube was used to replace it. Today, a board certified vascular surgeon in Bergen County uses a minimally invasive endovascular technique which may only rely on two small incisions to be made. Many times, no incisions are needed at all. Using fluoroscopy to guide them, the surgeon inserts a stent graft through the needle stick or incision where it will be placed to provide a strong replacement for the damaged arterial wall.
Contact Bergen Surgical Specialists for an appointment with one of our top vascular specialists in Bergen County to learn your options for treatment.