AI Article Synopsis
- A pseudoaneurysm of the ascending aorta is a rare but serious complication that can occur after surgeries on the aorta, requiring immediate attention.
- TEE (Transesophageal Echocardiography) and CT scans are the preferred diagnostic tools for identifying this condition.
- Surgical intervention is crucial, and the successful case discussed involved advanced techniques to safely manage the aneurysm while preventing potential rupture without inducing hypothermic circulatory arrest.
Article Abstract
A pseudoaneurysm of the ascending aorta is an unusual and potentially fatal complication after aortic surgical operations. TEE and CT scan are the investigations of choice. Surgical treatment is mandatory. We describe the successful management of a pseudoaneurysm of the ascending aorta, with aorto-sternal-cutaneous fistula requiring right axillary and femoral artery cannulation with Remote Access Perfusion(R) aortic cannula (Estech(R), California, USA). Behaving like this we avoid hypotermic circulatory arrest, provide safe reentry and prevent an impending rupture.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1459263 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/1749-7922-1-2 | DOI Listing |
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