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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Vascular Medicine
  • Medical Case Reports

Background:

  • Giant descending thoracic aortic aneurysm (GDTAA) is a rare vascular condition defined by aortic diameters >10 cm.
  • GDTAA poses significant risks of rupture and mortality, necessitating timely diagnosis and intervention.
  • Limited literature exists on GDTAA, especially concerning extreme aneurysmal dilatation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a case of a massive GDTAA, one of the largest documented.
  • To highlight the successful surgical management of a complex GDTAA case.
  • To emphasize the importance of early recognition and intervention in GDTAA.

Main Methods:

  • Presentation of a 68-year-old male patient with a 14.08 × 10.04 cm GDTAA.
  • Diagnostic imaging utilizing Computed Tomography (CT) angiography to assess aneurysm extent and organ compression.
  • Open surgical repair using a Dacron graft with simultaneous Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG).

Main Results:

  • Successful open surgical repair of the giant descending thoracic aortic aneurysm.
  • Patient underwent simultaneous Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG).
  • Postoperative recovery included management of respiratory acidosis, emphysema, and hemodynamic instability, with stable discharge on day ten.

Conclusions:

  • Early recognition and surgical intervention are crucial for preventing catastrophic outcomes in GDTAA.
  • Comprehensive preoperative evaluation, surgical planning, and postoperative care are vital for optimal patient recovery.
  • Modern imaging techniques are essential for accurate assessment and risk stratification in extreme aneurysm cases.