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Simultaneous total arch replacement and abdominal aortic surgery
N Washiyama1, T Kazui, K Yamashita
1First Department of Surgery, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, 1-20-1 Handayama, Hamamatsu 431-3192, Japan.
The Japanese Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery : Official Publication of the Japanese Association for Thoracic Surgery = Nihon Kyobu Geka Gakkai Zasshi
|August 24, 2001
Summary
Simultaneous total arch and abdominal aortic surgery can be safely performed in patients with coexisting lesions. This combined approach showed no in-hospital mortality and good recovery in three patients, suggesting potential advantages.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Vascular Surgery
- Aortic Disease
Background:
- Coexisting aortic arch aneurysms and abdominal aortic lesions present a complex clinical challenge.
- Managing these dual pathologies often requires staged surgical interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and feasibility of performing simultaneous total aortic arch replacement and abdominal aortic surgery.
- To assess the early outcomes of this combined surgical approach in patients with concurrent aortic pathologies.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective review of three patients who underwent simultaneous total aortic arch replacement and abdominal aortic surgery.
- Detailed analysis of operative time, in-hospital outcomes, and postoperative complications.
Main Results:
- The mean operative time was 511 minutes.
- No in-hospital mortality was observed.
- One patient experienced temporary respiratory failure but recovered fully; all patients were discharged in good condition without other complications.
Conclusions:
- Simultaneous total aortic arch replacement and abdominal aortic surgery is a potentially safe and effective option for select patients with coexisting aortic arch aneurysms and abdominal aortic lesions.
- This combined approach may offer advantages over staged procedures if performed safely.