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Type A Aortic Dissection of the Donor Aorta After Heart Transplantation

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Type A aortic dissection (TAAD) is a rare, but potential lethal complication post-heart transplantation (HTx) that typically affects the native aorta. This case report describes a supracoronary ascending aortic replacement in a patient who was admitted with a TAAD of the donor aorta 24 years post-HTx. This case underscores the importance of long term monitoring and management in HTx recipients, especially those with risk factors like hypertension, to prevent late aortic complications in their life after transplantation.

Source: Annals of Thoracic Surgery Short Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.atssr.2025.09.018

Authors: Sven Geurts, Aernoud T.L. Fiolet, Marish I.F.J. Oerlemans, Ronald C.A. Meijer, Linda M. de Heer

Institution: University Medical Center Utrecht

Language: English

Topic: Aortic Disease and Treatment Approaches

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $975