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Surgical strategy for abdominal aortic aneurysm with concurrent symptomatic malignancy
K Matsumoto1, M Nakamaru, H Obara
1Department of Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, 35 Shinanomachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan.
World Journal of Surgery
|February 6, 1999
Summary
Concurrent management of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and malignancy is feasible. This study shows a high survival rate (88%) with carefully selected surgical approaches for these complex cases.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
Background:
- Concurrent abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and symptomatic malignancy present complex management challenges.
- Improving guidelines for simultaneous treatment is crucial for patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of concurrent surgical management for AAA and malignancy.
- To propose optimized surgical strategies for these combined conditions.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 186 elective AAA repairs, identifying 25 patients with concurrent symptomatic malignancy.
- Review of one-stage and two-stage surgical approaches for AAA repair and various resections (gastrectomy, colorectal).
Main Results:
- No operative deaths or severe complications were observed in the 25 patients.
- A high survival rate of 88% was achieved during follow-up (8 months to 11 years).
- Specific transperitoneal and staged approaches were detailed for safe concurrent procedures.
Conclusions:
- Concurrent surgical management of AAA and malignancy can be performed safely with acceptable outcomes.
- Tailored surgical strategies, including one-stage and two-stage operations, are effective.
- The study provides valuable insights for refining guidelines in managing these complex comorbid conditions.