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Utah's First Less Invasive Aortic Procedure

Intermountain Health surgeons have achieved a medical milestone for Utah patients by successfully performing the state’s first procedure to repair a lesion or tear in the ascending aorta.

This novel procedure uses an investigational ascending stent graft device and endovascular repair, providing patients with new options without major open-heart surgery.

Intermountain Health heart and vascular surgeons successfully performed this procedure for the first time in Utah, marking a new chapter for patients needing help.

This novel investigational ascending stent graft device and endovascular repair for patients needing surgical intervention for lesions or tears of the ascending aorta.

Author's summary: Utah's first less invasive aortic procedure performed.

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KUTV KUTV — 2025-10-27

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