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Coarctation of the aorta is a common congenital abnormality that may be associated with serious and rare anomalies like aneurysms. Severe coarctation or interrupted aortic arch in adults is usually managed by percutaneous interventions or extra-anatomic bypass. However, the presence of an aneurysm beyond the coarcted segment implies the opening of a collateral-rich segment of the aorta with redressal of the arch if hypoplastic. We describe our experience in managing three such patients through antero-lateral thoracotomy with antegrade cerebral perfusion. We have found this technique helpful in treating aneurysms of the distal aortic arch or proximal descending thoracic aorta.
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Aggarwal, P., Kumar, N., Mahajan, S. et al. Post-ductal coarctation of aorta aneurysm repair in adult via left antero-axillary thoracotomy with antegrade cerebral perfusion—a case series. Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12055-024-01734-5
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