Successful management of concomitant aortoesophageal and aortotracheal fistulae secondary to a thoracic aortic aneurysm: case report and review of literature.
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Abstract
Thoracic aortic aneurysm with fistulization into the trachea or the esophagus is usually a lethal complication. An unusual case of combined aortotracheal and aortoesophageal fistulae is presented here. The patient had a successful outcome after resection of the aneurysm with tracheal repair and esophageal resection. A review of literature on this subject is also included in this manuscript.
Medical subject headings
- Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic
- Esophageal Fistula
- Esophagectomy
- Thoracotomy
- Tracheal Diseases
- Vascular Fistula