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Chapter-82 History of Aortic Surgery

BOOK TITLE: Textbook of Cardiology (A Clinical & Historical Perspective)

Author
1. Bhan A
ISBN
9789350900819
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/12259_82
Edition
1/e
Publishing Year
2013
Pages
8
Author Affiliations
1. Medanta: The Medcity, Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Chapter keywords
aortic surgery, cardiac surgery, vascular surgical technique, arterial aneurysmal disease, arterial occlusive disease, vascular grafts

Abstract

This chapter discusses history of aortic surgery. Evolution of cardiac surgery is based on the development of vascular surgical technique. Arterial aneurysmal disease, arterial occlusive disease, and development of vascular grafts are discussed. Pioneers of present day aortic surgery, development of imaging, and landmarks in aortic surgery are explained.

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