Dilemmas, challenges and current debates in approaching the rupture of an abdominal aortic aneurysm

Aim-Background We aim to give a conceptual description of the differences between open and endovascular repair (EVAR) of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) which represents a significant problem due to the risk of rupture and its high death rates. Additionally, we underline and discuss the current debates referring to each approach.