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Totally normothermic aortic arch replacement without circulatory arrest.

Gilles D Touati1, Nicolas Roux, Doron Carmi

  • 1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Centre Hospitalier et Universitaire d'Amiens, Hôpital Sud 80054, Amiens Cedex 01, France. gtouati.hms@invivo.edu

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|December 12, 2003
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This study introduces normothermic perfusion for aortic arch replacement, avoiding hypothermic complications. The novel technique resulted in zero deaths or neurological deficits in six patients, ensuring safe and effective aortic surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery

Background:

  • Profound hypothermic circulatory arrest poses significant risks during aortic arch replacement.
  • Maintaining adequate organ perfusion and autoregulation is crucial for patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel normothermic perfusion strategy for aortic arch replacement.
  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of this technique in a clinical setting.

Main Methods:

  • Six patients underwent complete aortic arch replacement utilizing normothermia.
  • A dual-pump system was employed: one for systemic circulation (brain, thoracoabdominal branches) and one for cardiac support.
  • The procedure allowed for an unconstrained surgical duration.

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Main Results:

  • No operative or late mortality was observed in the patient cohort.
  • Zero instances of neurological deficit were reported post-surgery.
  • All patients experienced rapid extubation and uneventful postoperative recovery.

Conclusions:

  • Normothermic perfusion with a dual-pump system is a safe and effective alternative for aortic arch replacement.
  • This method preserves cerebral blood flow autoregulation and avoids high vascular resistances.
  • The technique offers a promising approach to mitigate complications associated with traditional hypothermic methods.