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Aortic Symposium 2008: Course Objectives
Aortic Symposium 2008, May 8-9, Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers, New York City, NY

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Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  		•  Discuss the natural history, evaluation, imaging, management and treatment of aneurysms involving the ascending, arch and thoracoabdominal portions of the aorta
  		•  Discuss the evaluation, management and treatment of aortic dissection
  		•  Discuss surgical options for replacing or preserving the aortic valve during aortic root replacement
  		• Discuss approaches to cerebral and spinal cord protection during aneurysm surgery
  		• Discuss the use of various materials for surgical treatment of aneurysm disease, including collagen impregnated grafts, composite graphs, and homografts.
  		•  Discuss endovascular approaches to thoracic aortic aneurysm disease, including hybrid surgical and endovascular procedures.


     
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