Neonatal bronchial reconstruction after Norwood procedure for hypoplastic left heart syndrome.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2008.09.043.
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Abstract
Left bronchial obstruction is a rare complication after neonatal aortic arch reconstruction. This article describes the surgical management of a neonate with hypoplastic left heart syndrome who underwent a stage 1 Norwood reconstruction. A mediastinal infection developed with an abscess that caused left bronchial obstruction and disruption. The left bronchus was repaired successfully by using a pedicle intercostal muscle flap that was used to cover the defect.
Medical subject headings
- Bronchial Diseases
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome