Stenting for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair (Triple A)

This procedure is designed to strengthen a weakened, bulging aorta (a large artery in the abdomen). The physician will place one or more fabric-covered hollow mesh tubes, called stent grafts, into the aorta to support the aorta's walls.

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