Current Practice and Future Perspectives in Aortic Surgery

Dear Colleagues,

The field of aortic surgery is an ever expanding and dynamic landscape, an exciting area of interest for clinicians, surgeons and specialists involved in diagnosis and treatment of aortic disease alike. Aortic surgery in particular, encompassing open surgical, and endovascular and hybrid treatments, has reached significant milestones over the last decade, especially since the scientific community has recently recognized the aorta as a separate organ with unique biology, functions and characteristics. This recognition was evidently depicted in the latest guidelines for diagnosing and treating acute and chronic syndromes of the aorta.

This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements, challenges and future directions in the field of aortic surgery. More specifically, the goal for this Special Issue is to explore a wide range of topics, including established surgical techniques in aortic pathologies, i.e., aortic aneurysm and aortic dissection, perioperative management, emerging technologies and basic science considerations as well as advancements, to offer readers insights into the evolving landscape of aortic surgery. In addition to covering established practices, this Special Issue will also delve into cutting-edge research, highlighting innovative approaches, novel therapies and potential breakthroughs that hold promise for enhancing patient care and clinical outcomes.

The Special Issue will accept manuscripts in the form of original articles and reviews on the following topics:

1. Open, endovascular and hybrid techniques for the treatment of aortic disease, including aortic valve disease;
2. Basic science research and review articles with regard to the biology and pathophysiology of the aorta;
3. Clinical research and translation research (stem cells, tissue engineering and regenerative medicine) in the field of aortic pathology and aortic surgery;
4. Perioperative care and anesthetic management.

We look forward to collaborating with esteemed colleagues to deliver a high-quality and informative issue that will advance knowledge and foster dialogue in the field of aortic surgery.

Dr. Dimos E. Karangelis
Dr. Fotis A. Mitropoulos
Guest Editors

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• aortic surgery
• aortic aneurysm
• aortic dissection
• endovascular approach
• aortic arch
• TEVAR
• ascending aorta
• aortic valve replacement