Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Brachiocephalic arterial trunk aneurysms, comprising 3% of supraaortic aneurysms, often manifest with local compression, thrombosis, or embolization. Surgical exclusion is preferred because of the risks of embolism and aneurysm rupture. We describe the case of a 51-year-old man with a pulsatile neck mass, a 48-mm brachiocephalic trunk aneurysm, and a porcelain aorta. Surgical steps included cannulation, aortic replacement, aortic root treatment, and coronary artery bypass. The patient recovered well postoperatively, and he was discharged on day 5 with no complications. Aortic arch aneurysms, primarily atherosclerotic aneurysms, pose challenges, especially in patients with a porcelain aorta, thus necessitating meticulous surgical planning for optimal outcomes and risk mitigation.
Language: English
Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $975
OpenAlex ID: W4402467316