Why the study?
Spinal cord vasculature is complex with great anatomical variability, making identification and preservation of the artery of Adamkiewicz essential to prevent ischemic spinal cord injury during thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic surgeries.
Does identification and preservation of the Artery of Adamkiewicz prevent spinal cord injuries in patients undergoing thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic surgeries?
Does identification and preservation of the Artery of Adamkiewicz prevent spinal cord injuries in patients undergoing thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic surgeries?
Identification and preservation of the Artery of Adamkiewicz is essential during thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic surgeries to prevent spinal cord ischemia and paraplegia.
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AKA localization remains essential to avert SCI in TAAA repair; reinforces anatomic consensus but leaves imaging and protection protocols open.
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