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Traumatic transection of aorta.

C K Ho1, K T Yip, J B Eng

  • 1Department of Imaging, Hospital Lam Wah Ee, Jalan Tan Sri Teh Ewe Lim, 11600 Pulau Pinang.

The Medical Journal of Malaysia
|December 6, 2001
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A teenage driver sustained severe femur fractures and traumatic aortic arch transection after a road accident. Prompt diagnosis and surgical repair were crucial for survival.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • Road traffic accidents are a common cause of severe trauma.
  • Aortic injuries, though rare, are associated with high mortality.
  • Early identification of mediastinal widening is critical.

Observation:

  • A 16-year-old male presented with bilateral femur fractures post-accident.
  • Chest radiography showed mediastinal widening, a concerning sign.
  • CT scan and aortogram confirmed traumatic aortic arch transection.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with traumatic aortic arch transection at the isthmus.
  • Successful surgical repair of the aortic injury was performed.
  • The patient's condition was managed effectively through prompt intervention.

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Implications:

  • A high index of suspicion is vital for diagnosing potentially fatal aortic injuries.
  • Timely diagnostic imaging and surgical intervention improve outcomes in traumatic aortic transection.
  • This case highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in trauma management.