Multiple Interventions to Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm in a Child With Tuberous Sclerosis

Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Feb;115(2):e49-e51. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2022.03.002. Epub 2022 Mar 17.

Abstract

Thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms in toddlers are extremely rare. However, we experienced an extent III thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm in a boy with tuberous sclerosis who underwent 3 open repairs and 1 endovascular aortic repair between the ages of 4 years and 18 years. This case highlights the potential for severe recurrent vascular aneurysms in the thoracic and abdominal aorta as a complication of tuberous sclerosis in children. Although aortic aneurysms in children are rare, it is vital to recognize these cases to prevent death due to rupture.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aorta, Abdominal / surgery
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal* / surgery
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic* / complications
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic* / diagnosis
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracoabdominal*
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation*
  • Child, Preschool
  • Endovascular Procedures*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Postoperative Complications / surgery
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Tuberous Sclerosis* / complications
  • Tuberous Sclerosis* / surgery