Vietnam Aortic Forum

VnAFVNVDA Official ChapterQuyết định số 05/2026/QĐ-HBMMVN (29/01/2026)

Vietnam Aortic Forum

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Premier academic and surgical forum bringing together leading experts in diagnosis, open surgery, endovascular intervention, and hybrid repair of complex aortic pathologies.

Core Clinical & Technical Focus

Thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms and dissections (Stanford A & B), TEVAR/EVAR, Elephant Trunk procedures, fenestrated/branched stent-grafts, and visceral revascularization.

Vision & Strategic Goals

Mission and Key Objectives

01

Foster an interdisciplinary forum connecting cardiac/thoracic surgeons, interventionalists, cardiac intensivists, and radiologists.

02

Develop and standardize clinical treatment algorithms for acute aortic syndrome (AAS) and chronic aortic diseases.

03

Advance sophisticated endovascular repairs: EVAR, TEVAR, FEVAR, BEVAR, physician-modified fenestrated grafts, and hybrid visceral debranching.

04

Host annual Aortic Master Classes, national symposia, and clinical evaluations of next-generation stent-graft devices.

05

Build a national Vietnamese Aortic Registry to enhance evidence-based outcomes.

Clinical Domain

Core Procedures, Diagnostics & Interventions

  • Open aortic arch replacement and Frozen Elephant Trunk (FET) surgical procedures.
  • Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) for complicated Type B dissection and arch aneurysms.
  • Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) for abdominal and thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms (TAAA).
  • Hybrid debranching bypasses of visceral and supra-aortic branches combined with stent-grafting.
  • Management of post-intervention complications: endoleaks, visceral malperfusion, and spinal cord ischemia.
  • Surgical and endovascular management of mycotic aortic aneurysms and aortoenteric fistulas.
Why Join

Member Privileges & Opportunities

Participate in complex Aortic Multidisciplinary Team case consultations.

Priority admission to high-level Aortic Master Classes and hands-on simulation training.

Direct exposure to cutting-edge stent-grafts, delivery systems, and bespoke endovascular technologies.

Opportunity to present clinical studies at the National Aortic Conference.

Global networking with leading international aortic centers and professional societies.

Eligibility

Who Should Join This Chapter?

Cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons.
Interventional cardiologists and endovascular specialists.
Cardiac anesthesiologists and surgical intensivists.
Interventional radiologists and cardiovascular clinical fellows.
Organization & Network

Core Centers & Executive Board

Interim Executive Board comprising 6 renowned chief surgeons and interventional leaders from Vietnam premier aortic centers.

Key Participating Centers:
BV Chợ RẫyBV Hữu Nghị Việt ĐứcBV Bạch MaiBV Tim Hà NộiBV Thống Nhất
Secretariat Contact: ThS.BS. Nguyễn Tùng Sơn (Bệnh viện Hữu Nghị Việt Đức)
Membership Guide

4 Steps to Join the Chapter

All active VNVDA members are eligible to join dedicated specialty chapters to participate in clinical activities, receive CME credits, and access scientific updates.

1

Register VNVDA Membership

Create an account and register your professional profile on the official VNVDA website portal.

2

Select Your Chapter

In your Member Dashboard (/account/#chapters), select "Vietnam Aortic Forum" and submit your enrollment request.

3

Review & Confirmation

The Chapter Secretariat verifies member criteria per official Association Regulations and confirms chapter membership.

4

Join Community & CME

Join the official Chapter Zalo group to receive announcements for clinical webinars, hands-on masterclasses, and CME events.

Legal Foundation

Official Establishment Decision

Formally established under Quyết định số 05/2026/QĐ-HBMMVN dated 29/01/2026 by the Vietnam Vascular Disease Association.

Decision to Establish the Aortic Disease Association (Vietnam Aortic Forum - VnAF)
Knowledge & Updates

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