This new technology, pioneering in the Canary Islands, allows for the treatment of complex suprarenal and visceral aortic aneurysms through an endovascular approach, avoiding conventional open surgery. The endoprosthesis is introduced via arterial access in the groin and arm, and features four precannulated internal branches to maintain blood flow to the kidneys and visceral arteries.
The Angiology and Vascular Surgery Service at the Insular already had experience in the endovascular treatment of complex aneurysms with custom-made prostheses. The incorporation of the Tambe endoprosthesis standardizes a tool within an activity the Service already performs, marking the 23rd procedure of its kind in Spain with this technology.
The intervention, which lasted approximately three hours and was performed in collaboration with Hemodynamic Cardiology and Anesthesiology, has shown satisfactory clinical evolution for the patient. This alternative is particularly relevant in urgent situations, as it eliminates the need to manufacture a patient-specific prosthesis, reducing planning and fabrication times.
The Head of the Service, Airam Betancor, emphasizes that this procedure consolidates the hospital's work in complex aortic surgery, offering a standardized and useful endovascular solution for selected patients with complex aortic anatomies.
