Sep 5, 2017 · Here, we report a case of residual type B chronic aortic dissection with aneurysmal dilatation that was successfully treated using the modified ‘candy-plug’ technique with an Excluder aortic extender after a staged operation for type A aortic dissection.

Aug 31, 2022 · We have presented our initial experience using a modified “candy-plug” (CP) technique for FL embolization. From February 2021 to July 2022, we treated six patients using the modified CP technique. All the patients had undergone prior or simultaneous TEVAR for chronic TBAD with persistent FL perfusion and aneurysm expansion.

The Candy-Plug technique is a feasible endovascular method to achieve false lumen occlusion and aortic remodeling in chronic aortic dissection. It is associated with low morbidity and mortality due to its minimal invasiveness.

Jun 6, 2021 · Technical success was defined as successful TEVAR and accurate candy-plug deployment without complications. Clinical success was defined as complete FL thrombosis above the candy plug on contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT). A change in aneurysm size of ≥5 mm was classed as significant.

May 1, 2024 · This study aimed to assess the impact of urgency on early and midterm outcomes of the Candy-Plug (CP) technique for distal false lumen (FL) occlusion in thoracic endovascular aortic repair for aortic dissection.

The AFX stent graft (Endologix) has an active seal mechanism that can conform to an irregular vascular lumen. We modified the candy-plug technique using an AFX VERA suprarenal extension with restricted purse-string sutures to shape it into a candle-like contraption.

Aim of this technical note article is to introduce a modified, novel way to custom create a candy-plug (CP) device to endovascularly occlude false lumen. The technique is illustrated by a patient case with significant backflow to false lumen (FL).

Aug 21, 2019 · In this case, FL thrombosis was safely accomplished with the candy plug technique. This strategy expands options in patients with high risk for open repair. Keywords: Candy plug technique, Chronic aortic dissection, Disseminated intravascular coagulation.

Background: Persistent distal false lumen (FL) perfusion after thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) for type B aortic dissection (TBAD) can lead to aneurysmal degeneration and an increased risk of rupture. We have presented our initial experience using a modified “candy-plug (CP) technique for FL embolization.

Jun 4, 2021 · Objective: To describe the clinical utility and technical aspects of the candy-plug technique using an Excluder aortic extender (Ex-cuff) for false lumen (FL) occlusion in chronic aortic...