‘Good Enough’ isn’t always enough
We believe that patients deserve the best possible care and outcomes. That’s why we developed AneuFix—a solution designed to address challenges in aortic aneurysm repair aimed to ensure greater clinical success and durability.
While EVAR has revolutionized aneurysm care, complications like endoleaks, migration and occlusion still occur, impacting the long-term success of the procedure and resulting in frequent reinterventions. AneuFix was created to provide a solution to these unmet clinical needs by addressing these complications directly, helping to ensure that your treatment is not just good enough—but truly excellent.
Aortic Aneurysms, a silent threat
An abdominal aortic aneurysm, or AAA is a swollen or bulging area in the lower part of the aorta, which happens when the vessel wall becomes weak. Over time, as blood flows through the vessel, the blood pressure can cause the aneurysm to continue to grow. If not diagnosed in time and it gets too big, the aneurysm can burst, leading to massive internal bleeding which is fatal in 8 out of 10 cases. AAA is particularly common in men above the age of 65, with about 5% of them experiencing it.
We believe that patients deserve the best possible care and outcomes. That’s why we developed AneuFix—a solution designed to address challenges in aortic aneurysm repair ensuring greater clinical success and durability.
Although AneuFix is not yet widely available, it will be rolling out in 2026 initially for the treatment of existing type II endoleaks. We are working hard to make sure that AneuFix will be there for you when you need it, providing a new level of confidence for EVAR treatments.
Understanding Treatment Options for Aortic Aneurysms
Open surgery
Open surgery provides the best long-term results, but it is a major procedure. It carries a mortality risk of about 5%, and recovery can take weeks to months. Unfortunately, not all patients are strong enough to endure this surgery, especially those who are older or have other health conditions like cardiovascular disease.
EVAR – A Less Invasive Alternative:
Aneurysm Repair (EVAR) is a minimally invasive procedure where the surgeon brings in covered stent grafts using catheters via small incisions in the groin of the patient. The stent grafts are used to bridge the diseased segment of the aorta to prevent rupture. Being minimal invasive, the main benefits of EVAR are the much lower mortality and complication rate. Most patients can leave the hospital within 1 to 5 days.
There are some limitations for EVAR: The shape and position of the aneurysm might make it difficult to place the stent graft, especially if the aneurysm is very close to the renal arteries (“hostile neck”). Blood vessels may be too narrow or twisted for the device to pass through.
Furthermore, compared to open surgery the benefit decline over time as up to 33% of patients require additional procedures, mostly for treating “endoleaks,” where blood continues to flow into the aneurysm sac, or problems with the stent, such as migration or kinking. Due to the risk of developing such complications over time surveillance with CT scan or echo is needed every 6 to 12 months.
Understanding the benefits and limitations of both options is crucial when choosing the best treatment for your situation. Always discuss your options thoroughly with your doctor to determine the safest and most effective approach for you.