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Published on: March 28, 2025
[Endostenting using a Y-stent for hematoma after thoracic aorta surgery]
D Elgandli1, F Perottino, M Bouchene
1Département d'ORL et de CCF, université Claude-Bernard-Lyon-1, CHU de La-Croix-Rousse, 103, grande rue de La-Croix-Rousse, 69004 Lyon, France.
Summary
A Y-stent effectively managed extrinsic tracheobronchial compression after thoracic aorta surgery in a Marfan syndrome patient. This minimally invasive approach allowed hematoma resorption and avoided risky surgical revision.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Interventional Pulmonology
Background:
- Extrinsic tracheobronchial compression is a rare but serious complication following thoracic aorta surgery.
- Marfan syndrome patients undergoing aortic repair are at risk for such complications due to potential hematoma formation.
Observation:
- A 27-year-old female with Marfan syndrome developed respiratory distress post-aortic dissection repair.
- Imaging revealed extrinsic compression of the trachea and left bronchus due to a hematoma.
- The patient also developed congestive heart failure due to pulmonary artery compression from hematoma progression.
Findings:
- A Y-stent was successfully placed to relieve tracheobronchial compression, restoring airway patency.
- Medical management addressed the cardiac complication, and the hematoma gradually resolved.
- The Y-stent was removed after 21 days, with no recurrence of respiratory distress.
Implications:
- Y-stent placement offers a viable and effective therapeutic option for extrinsic tracheobronchial compression post-thoracic vascular surgery.
- This interventional approach can be a safe alternative to high-risk surgical revision.
- Stent placement facilitates hematoma resorption, resolving airway compression and improving patient outcomes.
