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Medical AI Inquiry: You was designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.  Labels: BACKGROUND, METHODS. Meshes: Aged, 80 and over, Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal, Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation, Feasibility Studies, Humans, Male, Popliteal Artery, Stents.
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Is endovascular stenting of large popliteal artery aneurysm feasible? Context: Endovascular stenting has been successfully employed in management of aortic aneurysms; however, its utility in managing popliteal aneurysms remains questionable. This is because of the non-availability of long term data about graft patency rates. We report a case of large popliteal artery aneurysm stenting in a patient with significant co-morbidities and high risk for open surgical repair. He underwent successful endovascular stenting of a popliteal artery aneurysm measuring 6.4x9.7 cm extending for approximately 11.0 cm in length with Hemobahn grafts. The graft was patent at 12 months of follow up with complete exclusion of the aneurysm.
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Popliteal stents can be successfully used in treating large popliteal artery aneurysms in patients unfit for open repair. Final Decision: yes