In our special holiday podcast we take a look at the current controversy surrounding PFAS or Forever chemicals. Were you aware that one of the most commonly used compounds in vascular surgery, PTFE, actually falls into this category of substances? Is there anything to worry about? What should we be telling patients? All of these […]
In this episode, we focus on the trainee perspective in vascular surgery across Europe. Trainees and young vascular surgeons share what works in training, what doesn’t, and what they would change if they could, touching on structure, mentorship, autonomy, soft skills, and everyday challenges. We’re also joined by Dr David Wippel, who presents insights from […]
In Part 1 of our ESVS training series, we speak with Professor Elena Iborra and Professor Igor Končar about the realities of training young vascular surgeons across Europe. They discuss expectations, mentorship, and how to shape safe, effective learning environments for the next generation. A concise, insightful look at what defines good vascular training today. […]
How can a global, imaging-rich registry powered by AI reshape surveillance and quality of life after EVAR and TEVAR? In this episode of the ESVS Podcast, host Egle Kavaliunaite speaks with Prof. Kak Khee Yeung (Amsterdam UMC, ESVS President 2026–27-elect) and Prof. Timothy Resch (Copenhagen University Hospital) about the TOGETHER Registry, a large, prospective, long-term […]
In this episode, with Prof. Tilo Kölbel, we discuss the significant risks associated with air embolism during aortic surgery, the innovative technique of CO2 flushing of aortic endografts, and the practical tips and tricks of implementing this technique in clinical practice. The conversation also touches on current guidelines and the future of CO2 flushing in […]
The war in Gaza has been described as a humanitarian catastrophe. Ever since the war began 2 years ago, following the October 7th attack by Hamas it is estimated that over 68,000 people have been killed, with a further 180,000 injured. Thousands have been displaced, and many have suffered starvation and famine because of the […]
Aortic stent infections remain among the most feared and complex complications in vascular surgery—rare but devastating when they occur. In this episode, recorded live in ESVS Istanbul, Dr. Laurence Bertrand speaks with Dr. Anne Le Jay, about complex aortic reconstruction and graft infection management. Together, they examine how vascular specialists are redefining best practice: from […]
