Aortic dissection and esophageal rupture are life-threatening conditions in trauma patients. The combination complicates treatment. Here, we report a case of traumatic aortic dissection with occult esophageal rupture that was treated successfully with a staged operative strategy: primary esophageal repair followed by delayed aortic arch and aortic valve repair.
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| http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.atssr.2023.02.021 | DOI Listing |
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