Abstract
Treatment of huge aneurysms involving the ascending aorta and the aortic arch with compression of the surrounding structures represents a surgical challenge. The case of a patient affected by respiratory insufficiency and sternal erosion caused by chronic giant aortic aneurysm is reported. The use of a stepwise approach and selective cerebral arterial perfusion ensured successful operative management, avoiding circulatory arrest and enabling an expeditious postoperative recovery. (C) 2000 by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 275-278 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Annals of Thoracic Surgery |
Volume | 69 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2000 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
- Surgery