Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019; 67(05): 393-394
DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1627451
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The “Auto-sliding Graft” Aortic Wrapping Technique

Francisco Estevez-Cid
1   Department of Cardiac Surgery, Complexo Hospitalario Universitario A Coruna, A Coruna, Spain
,
Jose María Herrera-Norena
1   Department of Cardiac Surgery, Complexo Hospitalario Universitario A Coruna, A Coruna, Spain
,
Carlos Velasco-García de Sierra
1   Department of Cardiac Surgery, Complexo Hospitalario Universitario A Coruna, A Coruna, Spain
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Publication History

13 November 2017

29 December 2017

Publication Date:
20 February 2018 (online)

Abstract

We describe the “auto-sliding graft” technique, a different anastomotic option for reconstructive prosthetic procedures on the ascending aorta especially in patients at risk of circulatory arrest with mild aortic dilatation. This simple technique provides not only an important hemostatic reinforcement for the distal aortic graft anastomosis but also a protective effect on the native ascending aorta beyond the suture line.

 
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