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Traumatic innominate pseudoaneurysm rupture during laryngeal dilatation
M Friduss1, L A Hoover, D Alessi
1Division of Head and Neck Surgery (Otolaryngology), University of California Los Angeles School of Medicine 90024.
The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology
|November 1, 1987
Summary
Tracheal-innominate artery fistula, a rare cause of endotracheal hemorrhage, requires prompt management. Successful treatment involves a cuffed endotracheal tube to control bleeding, followed by innominate artery ligation with cardiopulmonary bypass.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Endotracheal hemorrhage from the innominate artery is a rare but life-threatening condition.
- Traumatic innominate artery aneurysms can lead to delayed rupture and fistula formation.
Observation:
- A patient presented with a tracheal-innominate artery fistula due to a ruptured traumatic innominate artery aneurysm.
- The case highlights the importance of considering innominate artery hemorrhage in the differential diagnosis.
Findings:
- The study proposes a two-step management approach for this condition.
- Initial control of hemorrhage is achieved using a cuffed endotracheal tube.
- Definitive treatment involves ligation of the innominate artery under cardiopulmonary bypass.
Implications:
- This management strategy offers a successful outcome for a potentially lethal event.
- The findings provide a valuable treatment protocol for otolaryngologists and surgeons managing similar cases.
- Early recognition and intervention are critical for patient survival.