Late Leakage of the Aortic Stump After Removal of an Infected Graft: Successful Surgical Treatment

We present a case of late aortic stump disruption that required revision after 12 months from graft removal. Our strategy consisted of avoiding reexposure of the pararenal aorta by creating a new supraceliac stump with healthy aortic wall after antegrade visceral debranching. This case confirms the need for long-term surveillance of aortic stumps. The use of a supraceliac approach minimizes the risk of intraoperative blowout and postoperative disruption.

Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - June 9, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Stefano, B., Franco, N., Emanuele, B., Iacopo, B. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research