{ChristianaCare Surgeons Are First in Delaware to Perform TAMBE Procedure|ChristianaCare Surgeons are the first in Delaware to perform TAMBE procedure|ChristianaCare Surgeons Are First to Perform TAMBE in Delaware}

{November 4, 2025|November 4, 2025|November 4, 2025}

{ChristianaCare’s multidisciplinary Center for Aortic Health is the first in Delaware, and among the first in the region, to offer thoracoabdominal branch endoprosthesis (TAMBE), a new minimally invasive treatment for complex aortic aneurysms.|ChristianaCare’s multidisciplinary Center for Aortic Health was the first center in Delaware and one of the first centers in the region to offer the thoracoabdominal branche endoprosthesis, a minimally invasive procedure for complex aneurysms.|ChristianaCare’s Center for Aortic Health, a multidisciplinary center for aortic health, is the only one in Delaware to offer this new treatment for complex aortic aneurisms.}

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{TAMBE is designed to treat complex abdominal aortic aneurysms that are at high risk of rupture.|TAMBE was designed to treat abdominal aortic stents with a high rupture risk.|TAMBE treats complex abdominal aneurysms at high-risk of rupture.} {During this minimally invasive procedure, surgeons implant an innovative device into the patient’s blood vessels at the site of the aneurysm.|During the minimally-invasive procedure, the surgeon implants an innovative device in the blood vessel of the patient at the aneurysm.|During this minimally-invasive surgery, surgeons insert an innovative device at the location of the aneurysm into the patient’s vessels.} {The TAMBE device seals off the aneurysm while allowing blood to flow through freely.|The TAMBE device allows blood to freely flow while sealing off the aneurysm.|The TAMBE seals the aneurysm, while still allowing blood flow.}

{More than 1 million Americans between the ages of 50 and 84 have complex abdominal aortic aneurysms.|Over 1 million Americans aged 50 to 84 suffer from complex abdominal aneurysms.|There are more than 1,000,000 Americans aged between 50 and 84 who have a complex abdominal-aortic aneurysm.} {It’s uncommon for people to notice symptoms early on, but some people experience pain in their lower back, abdomen or legs.|Some people may experience symptoms in the lower back, abdomen, or legs.|People rarely notice the symptoms of an abdominal aortic aneurysm until later. However, some people feel pain in their lower abdomen, legs, or back.}

{Vascular surgeon Kathryn Bowser, M.D., and cardiothoracic surgeon J.|J. Bowser and Kathryn Bowser are cardiothoracic surgeons.|J. Bowser is a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon.} {Daniel Robb, MBBS, who are co-directors of the Center for Aortic Health, led the initial TAMBE procedure in January with Mikael Fadoul, M.D.|Daniel Robb, MBBS and Mikael Faddoul, MD, co-directors at the Center for Aortic Health led the first TAMBE procedure with Mikael in January.|Daniel Robb MBBS who is co-director of the Center for Aortic Health and Mikael Faboul, M.D., performed the first TAMBE in January.}

{“ChristianaCare stands out as a leader in our region for the innovative care that we provide for aortic aneurysm,” said Kirk Garratt, M.D., MSc, medical director of the Center for Heart and Vascular Health.|ChristianaCare is a leader for innovative care in our region for aortic aneurisms, said Kirk Garratt M.D. MSc, medical director at the Center for Heart and Vascular Health.|ChristianaCare stands apart as a regional leader for the innovative treatment we offer for aortic and vascular aneurysms,” said Kirk Garratt MD, MSc. He is the medical director of Center for Heart and Vascular Health.} {“Patients who are seeking a minimally invasive alternative to open surgery for aortic aneurysm can find that care close to home.”|Patients who want a minimally-invasive alternative to an open surgery to treat aortic aneurism can find it close to home.|Patients seeking an alternative to open surgery in the treatment of aortic disease can get that care near home.}

Minimizing Pain, Maximizing Benefit

{Before TAMBE received FDA approval in 2024, surgeons treated complex aortic aneurysms with open surgery, through an incision in the chest and/or abdomen.|TAMBE was FDA approved in 2024. Before that, complex aortic aneurisms were treated with open surgery through an incision on the chest or abdomen.|TAMBE FDA approval was granted in 2024. Prior to that date, surgeons would treat complex aortic ruptures through open surgery. This involved an incision made in the abdomen or chest.} {Recovery from that open surgery typically takes three to six months.|The recovery time from open surgery is usually between three and six months.|Open surgery usually takes between three and six month to recover from.}

{Because TAMBE is performed through tiny incisions in the groin and arm, the recovery time is significantly shorter, and patients experience less pain after the minimally invasive procedure.|TAMBE uses tiny incisions to perform the procedure. This results in a much shorter recovery period and less pain for the patient.|TAMBE can be performed with minimally invasive incisions on the groin or arm. The recovery time is shorter and the pain is reduced.}

{TAMBE is available to patients with complex aortic aneurysms who meet certain anatomical requirements for treatment.|TAMBE can be used to treat patients with complex aneurysms of the aorta who meet certain anatomical criteria.|TAMBE may be an option for patients who have complex aortic aneurisms and meet certain anatomical conditions.} {Surgeons at the Center for Aortic Health can determine whether a patient is a good candidate for the procedure.|The Center for Aortic Health’s surgeons can determine if a patient qualifies for the procedure.|Surgeons from the Center for Aortic Health will determine if the patient is a candidate for this procedure.}

{“Aortic pathology requires specialized management, and we provide the most optimal care,” Bowser said.|Bowser stated that “Aortic Pathology requires specialized care, and we provide it.”|Bowser explained that “aortic pathology is a specialized condition and requires specialized management. We provide the best care.”} {“Our center incorporates all of the latest research into our decision-making to create a personalized treatment plan for each patient.”|Our center integrates the most recent research to develop a customized treatment plan for every patient.|”Our center incorporates the latest research in our decision-making process to create a tailored treatment plan for each individual patient.”}

{The vascular surgeons, cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiologists, interventional radiologists and other specialists at the Center for Aortic Health provide individualized care to patients with aortic disease, helping to improve patient outcomes.|Center for Aortic Health specialists include vascular surgeons and cardiothoracic surgery, as well as cardiologists, interventional radiologist, and cardiologists. They provide personalized care for patients with aortic diseases, improving patient outcomes.|Center for Aortic Health’s vascular surgeons provide individualized treatment to patients suffering from aortic conditions. This helps improve the patient outcome.} {TAMBE is the latest treatment option available at the Center.|The Center offers TAMBE as the latest treatment.|TAMBE is a new treatment option at the Center.}

{“We pride ourselves in having expertise and experience with multiple surgical and treatment approaches so that we can truly offer patients the best options for their specific needs,” Robb said.|Robb stated that “we are proud of our expertise and experience in multiple surgical and therapeutic approaches, so we can offer patients the most appropriate options for their needs.”|Robb explained that they are very proud to have expertise and extensive experience with multiple treatment and surgical approaches. This allows them to offer the best possible options for each patient’s specific needs.} {“We strongly believe that these various approaches are best used in a multidisciplinary team setting to provide patients with inclusive and optimal care.”|”We believe these different approaches work best when used by a multidisciplinary group to offer patients the most comprehensive and optimal care.”|”We are firm believers that multidisciplinary teams can provide the best care for patients by using these diverse approaches.”}

{‘I Had 100% Confidence’|“I had 100% confidence”|I Was Confident’}

{Pat Gardner of Millsboro, Delaware, was the first patient to undergo TAMBE at ChristianaCare.|Pat Gardner, a Millsboro resident in Delaware, was the very first patient at ChristianaCare to undergo TAMBE.|Pat Gardner from Millsboro in Delaware was the first to undergo TAMBE treatment at ChristianaCare.} {She was diagnosed with aortic aneurysms eight years ago.|Eight years ago, she was diagnosed with aortic aneurisms.|She was first diagnosed with aneurysms of the aorta eight years prior.} {Because her aneurysms were slow-growing, providers monitored them until it became necessary to treat them.|Her aneurysms grew slowly, so providers watched them until they became necessary to be treated.|The aneurysms in her body grew slowly so the providers had to monitor them until treatment was necessary.}

{Last year, Gardner’s doctor referred her to Bowser.|Gardner was referred to Bowser by her doctor last year.|Gardner’s doctor recommended Bowser to her last year.} {Quickly, Gardner was convinced that the TAMBE procedure was right for her.|Gardner quickly became convinced that TAMBE was the right procedure for her.|Gardner became convinced quickly that the TAMBE treatment was for her.} {When she learned that she was an ideal candidate, she committed to the procedure, becoming ChristianaCare’s first TAMBE patient on January 31.|She committed to the TAMBE procedure after learning that she was a good candidate. On January 31, she became ChristianaCare’s first TAMBE Patient.|Gardner, who was told she was an excellent candidate for the TAMBE, committed to it and became ChristianaCare’s very first TAMBE patient in January.}

{“From the moment I met Dr. Bowser, I had 100% confidence in her,” Gardner said.|Gardner stated, “I had complete confidence in Dr. Bowser from the moment I first met her.”|Gardner said, “I was 100% confident in Dr. Bowser the minute I met her.”} {“She explained everything about TAMBE to me.|She explained to me everything I needed to know about TAMBE.|”She told me all about TAMBE.} {After the procedure, I was tired, which I expected, but I felt better than I had anticipated.|Although I was exhausted after the procedure (which I expected), I felt much better than I anticipated.|The procedure left me tired as I expected but I felt better.} {There was no pain involved at all.”|”There was no pain at all involved.”|The procedure was painless.}

{“If my doctor hadn’t referred me to Dr. Bowser, I probably would have gone to another surgeon and had open surgery, and I’ve witnessed from family members how hard those recoveries are.|”If Dr. Bowser hadn’t been referred to me by my doctor, I would probably have had an open surgery with another surgeon, and I know from family that those recovery times are difficult.|If my doctor had not referred me Dr. Bowser I probably would’ve gone to another surgery and had open-surgery, and I have seen from family members just how difficult those recoveries can be.} {I’m so lucky that I was a candidate for TAMBE.”|”I’m so fortunate that I was a TAMBE candidate.”|I am so grateful that I qualified for TAMBE.}

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