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Middle aortic syndrome: an atypical case--a case report
1Istituto di Patologia Speciale Chirurgica, e Propedeutica Clinica, Scuola di Specializzazione in Chirugica Vascolare, Trieste, Italy.
Angiology
|June 28, 2000
Summary
This case study highlights a rare instance of middle aortic syndrome in a 61-year-old woman. Treatment involved complex surgical bypass procedures, notable for the patient's advanced age.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Cardiology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Middle aortic syndrome (MAS) is a rare congenital or acquired condition affecting the aorta.
- MAS can lead to significant cardiovascular complications if left untreated.
Observation:
- A 61-year-old woman presented with symptoms indicative of middle aortic syndrome.
- The patient's advanced age at diagnosis made this a clinically atypical presentation.
Findings:
- The patient underwent surgical repair using an aortoaortic thoracoabdominal polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) bypass.
- A Dacron bypass was also employed for the right renal artery.
Implications:
- This case demonstrates the feasibility of surgical intervention for MAS even in elderly patients.
- It underscores the importance of considering MAS in older individuals with relevant symptoms.