A Simulation Tool for Virtual Stent Graft Deployment in Patient-Specific Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

An Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) is a pathological dilatation of the aorta, commonly involving the region between the renal arteries and the aortic bifurcation, with a high degree of mortality. Endovascular repair of AAA has proven to be a valid alternative for the conventional open repair, with clear benefits in terms of length of hospital stay, reduced operational mortality and less trauma [1]. However, stent grafts are still associated with various problems and failings, which may lead to AAA rupture or rise the need for an additional open surgery.