Massive hemoptysis caused by a ruptured subclavian artery aneurysm.

Wu, M H; Lai, W W; Lin, M Y; Chou, N S · Chest · 1993

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

We report a case of left subclavian artery aneurysm, which ruptured and penetrated through the left upper lung parenchyma causing massive hemoptysis and a left hemothorax. Through sternothoracotomy, tangential aneurysmorrhaphy under proximal control and left upper pulmonary lobectomy were performed. The patient is doing well after nearly three years of follow-up.

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