Ministernotomy with subclavian extension for the management of a large intrathoracic pseudoaneurysm

J Card Surg. 2012 May;27(3):368-70. doi: 10.1111/j.1540-8191.2012.01450.x.

Abstract

We report on the management of a large intrathoracic subclavian pseudoaneurysm treated using an upper J ministernotomy with subclavian extension. This approach allows exposure of the supraaortic vessels and upper portion of the thoracic cavity and may be of help in selected cases.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aneurysm, False / diagnosis
  • Aneurysm, False / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Radiography
  • Sternotomy / methods*
  • Subclavian Artery / diagnostic imaging
  • Subclavian Artery / pathology
  • Subclavian Artery / surgery*