Autograft aortic arch extension and sleeve resection for bronchial compression after interrupted aortic arch repair.

Mitchell, Max B; Campbell, David N; Toews, Warren H; Khan, Talat Z · Ann Thorac Surg · 2002

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Successful correction of bronchial compression and severe bronchomalacia complicating repair of interrupted aortic arch was achieved using transverse aortic arch extension with a pulmonary artery autograft and left bronchial sleeve resection. This procedure increased space within the aortic arch and eliminated bronchial narrowing with excellent results.

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