[Single-stage correction of coarctation of the aorta with aortic regurgitation]

Kyobu Geka. 1997 Apr;50(4):317-20.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

A successful single-stage correction of coarctation of the aorta with aortic regurgitation is reported. A 39-year-old man was referred for angina, ankle swelling, and numbness of lower extremities. Aortogram revealed severe aortic regurgitation and coarctation of the aorta with 2.8 mm minimum diameter. Aortic valve replacement was performed under separate perfusion of upper and lower body, after which the coarctectomy and graft interposition were done under the left heart bypass. The patient was discharged in good condition with minor medication of digitalis and anticoagulant agents. As far as the case is concerned, the left heart bypass during graft interposition has possible risk of cardiac arrest and usual cardiopulmonary bypass is hazardous when complicated by severe coarctation of the aorta. Surgical procedure and assist methods used in this case were quite useful for coarctation of the aorta with aortic regurgitation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aortic Coarctation / complications
  • Aortic Coarctation / surgery*
  • Aortic Valve / surgery
  • Aortic Valve Insufficiency / complications
  • Aortic Valve Insufficiency / surgery*
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis*
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis*
  • Humans
  • Male