Endologix AFX2 Graft Risk Information Updated in FDA-Approved Labeling
The FDA is requiring new label warnings and post-marketing studies on the Endologix AFX2 graft system, which has been linked to potentially life-threatening endoleaks.
Tag Archives: Aortic Aneurysm
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Women Have Lower Survival Rates Following Aortic Aneurysm Repair Surgery: Study
A new study finds that women suffer worse outcomes and survival rates than men following aortic aneurysm repair surgery.
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Patients Who Underwent Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair Require Lifelong Surveillance, FDA Warns
Following the advice of a panel of scientific advisors, the FDA is now calling on health care professionals to conduct lifelong surveillance of patients who have undergone abdominal aortic aneurysm…
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Endologix AFX Graft System Should Not Be Used For Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Due To Endoleaks: FDA
The FDA is warning of potentially deadly endoleaks linked to endovascular graft systems, and call for patients with such systems to be closely monitored.
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Medtronic Valiant Navion Thoracic Stent Graft System Recall Issued Due To Endoleaks and Fractures
The FDA has announced a Medtronic stent graft system recall after reports of malfunctions, serious injuries, and at least one death.
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Elective Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair Surgery Greatly Reduces Risk of Death: Study
A new study shows patients who address aortic aneurysms through elective surgery have a greater chance of survival than those who have to undergo aortic repair surgery due to an…
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Levaquin, Avelox, Similar Antibiotics May Increase Risk Of Aortic Aneurysms: Study
A new study adds to concerns antibiotics like Avelox, Cipro and Levaquin can cause aortic aneurysms which put patients' lives at risk.
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Patients With AFX Endovascular Grafts Should Get Annual Checkups For Endoleaks: FDA
The FDA warns patients who received Endologix AFX Endovascular graft systems follow up with their doctor annually due to the risk of endoleaks which could cause health complications.
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Antibiotics Risk of Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection Questioned in New Study
A new study questions whether there is need for concern about aortic dissection and aortic aneurysm risks linked to Levaquin, Cipro and Avelox.
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Ovation iX Abdominal Stent Graft Recall Issued Over Polymer Leaks
The FDA warns that a recalled stent graph could leak polymer into patients' bodies, posing a risk of severe injury and death.
