RR13. Aneurysmal Extension to the Iliac Bifurcation: Comparison of Bell-Bottom Technique versus Hypogastric Exclusion

Abstract

Repair (EVAR) but similar long-term mortality rates, enthusiasm for EVAR persists and rates of EVAR use continue to increase. Currently knowledge of utilization rates of EVAR in Canada is limited.Methods: Patients who underwent non-ruptured (AAA) and ruptured AAA (RAAA) repair, by either open surgical repair (OSR) or EVAR, in Canada were identified from hospital discharge abstract data. Trends in rates for OSR and EVAR were calculated by province and by year, and standardized per 100000 persons over 65 years of age (per capita).