Endovascular repair of traumatic aortic injury in a 16 month old

Abstract Traumatic injury to the thoracic aorta is rare in children. We present the youngest reported case of traumatic thoracic aortic injury, occurring in a 16 month old (10 kg) male. Management emphases include identification and stabilization of all injuries, blood pressure control, timely repai...

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Published in:Journal of pediatric surgery case reports 2015-12, Vol.3 (12), p.551-553
Main Authors: Deeney, Scott, Bruny, Jennifer L
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aorta
Endovascular Procedures
Pediatrics
Surgery
Thoracic
Trauma
Vascular Injuries
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Summary:Abstract Traumatic injury to the thoracic aorta is rare in children. We present the youngest reported case of traumatic thoracic aortic injury, occurring in a 16 month old (10 kg) male. Management emphases include identification and stabilization of all injuries, blood pressure control, timely repair of the aortic injury, and long-term radiographic follow-up. We demonstrate that endovascular repair at this age is feasible, but considerations such as small vessel diameter and patient growth may limit broad application. Long-term outcomes research in this population is necessary.
ISSN:2213-5766
2213-5766
DOI:10.1016/j.epsc.2015.10.013