Aortic cannulation through the aneurysm for repair of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms

Ann Thorac Surg. 2006 May;81(5):1916-7. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2005.03.032.

Abstract

We hereby present our experiences with arterial cannulation through the aneurysm in patients with thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm. This can be a good option for thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair in patients with diseased peripheral arteries.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal / epidemiology
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal / surgery*
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic / epidemiology
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic / surgery*
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass
  • Catheterization / methods*
  • Comorbidity
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Peripheral Vascular Diseases / epidemiology