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Upper abdominal aortic injury during spinal surgery

W R Smythe1, J P Carpenter

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia 19104, USA.

Journal of Vascular Surgery
|April 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

This study details a rare upper abdominal aorta injury during spine surgery. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing this uncommon complication and preventing fatal outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Spine Surgery
  • Surgical Complications

Background:

  • Iatrogenic injuries to the aorta during spinal surgery are a known risk.
  • While lower abdominal aorta injuries are frequently reported, upper abdominal/lower thoracic aorta injuries are rare.
  • Increasingly aggressive surgical treatments for spinal disorders may lead to more frequent aortic injuries.