Aortic stent-graft for patent ductus arteriosus in adults: the aortic exclusion technique

Ann Thorac Surg. 2001 May;71(5):1708-9. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(01)02456-0.

Abstract

The risk of closure of a patent ductus arteriosus in the elderly is high because of the fragility of the aorta and aneurysmal change in the ductus. Stent-grafting has emerged as a method of treatment of pathology of the aorta. We describe a case where this new endovascular technique has been successfully applied for closure of a patent ductus arteriosus in a high-risk patient. It may become part of the armamentarium for this pathology in adults.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation*
  • Ductus Arteriosus, Patent / diagnostic imaging
  • Ductus Arteriosus, Patent / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Prosthesis Design
  • Risk Factors
  • Stents*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed