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[Coronary arterial bypass grafting for angina pectoris suspected with aortitis syndrome: a case report]
N Nakamura1, S Shimokawa, H Saigenji
1Second Department of Surgery, Kagoshima University Faculty of Medicine, Japan.
Insights
This case study details a 56-year-old man with angina and suspected aortitis syndrome who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). The successful surgery ensured all grafts remained patent, highlighting a viable treatment approach.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Vascular Medicine
- Thoracic Surgery
Background:
- A 56-year-old male presented with angina pectoris and suspected aortitis syndrome.
- The patient exhibited unique cerebral blood flow dynamics, relying solely on the right vertebral artery.
- Significant collateral circulation was noted between the bronchial artery and the coronary artery.
Observation:
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) was performed.
- Systemic deep hypothermia and electrical fibrillation were employed during surgery.
- This approach was chosen to mitigate potential adverse effects of high-potassium cardioplegic solution on cerebral tissue.
Findings:
- The postoperative recovery was uneventful.
- Coronary angiography confirmed the patency of all bypass grafts.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful application of CABG in complex cardiovascular conditions like aortitis syndrome.
- The use of deep hypothermia demonstrates a viable strategy for cerebral protection in high-risk surgical patients.
- Effective management of unique vascular anatomies is crucial for successful cardiac surgical outcomes.
Abstract:
We report herein the case of a 56-year-old man with angina pectoris suspected to be accompanied with aortitis syndrome who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). His cerebral blood flow consisted of only that of the right vertebralartery, and the marked collaterals of the bronchial artery anastomosing to the coronary artery. CABG was performed under combined with electrical fibrillation and systemic deep hypothermia, for fear of a bad influence on the cerebral tissue by the influx of high potassium cardioplegic solution. The postoperative course was uneventful and the coronary angiography revealed that the all graft were patent.