Easier Surgery for Bovine Aortic Arch Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Bizzarri Federico, Mattia Consalvo, Di Nardo Matteo, Di Marzio Emanuele, Ricci Massimo, Coluzzi Flaminia, Frati Giacomo, Pagliaro Paolo, Muzzi Luigi, Petrozza Vincenzo
Primary Institution: University of Roma 'Sapienza'
Hypothesis
Is antegrade selective cerebral perfusion easier for patients with a bovine aortic arch?
Conclusion
Antegrade selective cerebral perfusion is a safe technique that simplifies complex aortic surgeries with good outcomes.
Supporting Evidence
- Bicuspid aortic valve affects about 2% of the population and is associated with increased risk of aortic dissection.
- The surgical technique used allowed for good results in terms of hospital mortality and neurologic outcomes.
- Patients were treated under profound hypothermia and selective cerebral perfusion.
Takeaway
Doctors used a special technique to help three patients with a unique heart condition during surgery, and it worked well.
Methodology
The study involved three patients undergoing surgery for bicuspid aortic valve pathology and ascending aorta aneurysm using antegrade selective cerebral perfusion.
Limitations
The study is based on a small sample size of three patients.
Participant Demographics
Three male patients aged 59 to 69 years with bicuspid aortic valve and aortic dilation.
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