Surgery for false aneurysm developing after type A acute aortic dissection

Abstract

Aortic false aneurysm is life-threatening with high morbidity and mortality rates. Surgical treatment varies according to the pathologic process, infection status, and site of origin of the aneurysm. We presented a case of false aneurysm of the ascending aorta, developing after type A acute aortic dissection repair. The operation was performed with the use of deep hypothermia and circulatory arrest to avoid massive uncontrollable hemorrhage.

Endovascular Repair for Thoracic Aortic False Aneurysms: Single-Center Experience in 102 Patients

“…(Ann Thorac Surg 2016;101:1410-7) Ó 2016 by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons A ortic false aneurysm is uncommon [1] and usually a sequela of previous surgical or endovascular procedures, trauma, atherosclerosis, infection and other causes [2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]. Although the majority of patients are asymptomatic, aortic false aneurysm represents a potentially fatal condition.…”