Staged Endovascular and Surgical Management of Pediatric Tracheo-Innominate Artery Fistula: A Case Report

Yuchen Cao1, Masaaki Koide1, Masafumi Yashima1

  • 1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Seirei Hamamatsu General Hospital, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan.

Annals of Vascular Diseases
|February 23, 2026
PubMed

Insights

Tracheo-innominate artery fistula (TIF) in children is rare and dangerous. Emergency stenting can be a lifesaving bridge, but requires follow-up surgery for definitive treatment and to manage complications.

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Endovascular Interventions

Background:

  • Tracheo-innominate artery fistula (TIF) is a rare but life-threatening condition, particularly in pediatric patients.
  • TIF necessitates urgent management due to high risks of bleeding and mortality.

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