Anders Wanhainen

Professor Anders Wanhainen is a distinguished faculty member at Uppsala University's Department of Surgical Sciences, specializing in Vascular Surgery. Based at the Akademiska sjukhuset (University Hospital) in Uppsala, Sweden, he maintains an active research and clinical practice focused on vascular diseases, particularly aortic aneurysms and endovascular procedures.

His research interests span vascular surgery, endovascular techniques, aortic aneurysm epidemiology, aortic dissection, vascular registry development, and pathophysiological mechanisms of vascular diseases. Professor Wanhainen has been instrumental in advancing the understanding and treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms through numerous clinical studies and population-based research.

His recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on evolving endovascular techniques, particularly fenestrated and branched endograft procedures for complex aortic pathologies. His work addresses critical issues including optimal screening strategies for abdominal aortic aneurysms, management of aortic diseases in special populations, technical innovations in endovascular repair, and outcomes analysis of contemporary vascular interventions. His research shows a clear trajectory toward refining clinical guidelines, improving patient selection criteria, and developing more precise treatment approaches for aortic diseases.

Professor Wanhainen serves as an active contributor to the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS), participating in the development of clinical practice guidelines and consensus statements that shape vascular care across Europe. His work bridges clinical practice, epidemiological research, and technological innovation in vascular surgery.