Intraoperative control of an ascending aortic pseudoaneurysm by Fogarty balloon catheter: a combined radiologic and surgical approach.
A method employing an 8-F Fogarty balloon catheter to provide temporary occlusion of a pseudoaneurysm of the ascending aorta prior to surgery is presented. The technique of occlusion and its benefits are discussed.
D001014:Aortic Aneurysm / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D001018:Aortic Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control; D001027:Aortography; D006328:Cardiac Catheterization; D006470:Hemorrhage / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D007431:Intraoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D007432:Intraoperative Period; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged