Utah Medical Center First in Nation to Use Game-Changing Device to Treat Aortic Aneurysms
Patients with complex aneurysms in the visceral aorta, which supplies blood to vital abdominal organs, had limited treatment options, often requiring highly invasive open surgery with long recovery times and high risks of complications.
Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah, has become the first hospital in the United States to use the newly FDA-approved Gore EXCLUDER Thoracoabdominal Branch Endoprosthesis (TAMBE) device to treat this form of aortic aneurysm. This minimally invasive procedure, performed by vascular surgeon Dr. Evan Brownie, marks a significant advancement in treatment by eliminating the need for major surgery, offering a safer and less invasive option for patients.
The TAMBE device allows for the repair of these aneurysms through small punctures in the femoral arteries and beneath the collarbone, significantly reducing recovery time and improving patient outcomes. Dr. Brownie highlights the device as a game-changer, providing new hope for patients not only in Utah but across the country.
“This device was designed specifically for these complex cases, and the difference it makes is already clear,” said Dr. Brownie. “We’re at the forefront of something truly significant, and it’s exciting to be part of a new era in treating these complex and dangerous aneurysms.”