Compression of the left mainstem bronchus by patent ductus arteriosus in neonates under consideration for ductal stenting
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DOI: 10.1002/ccd.28735
Abstract: Stent angioplasty of patent ductus arteriosus has been shown to be a viable alternative to operative shunt placement in cyanotic neonates. With broader implementation of this strategy, novel complications are bound to arise. We present… read more here.
Keywords: patent ductus; left mainstem; mainstem bronchus; ductal stenting ... See more keywords
Descending Aortopexy and Posterior Tracheopexy for Severe Tracheomalacia and Left Mainstem Bronchomalacia.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.semtcvs.2018.02.031
Abstract: Posterior descending aortopexy can relieve posterior intrusion of the left mainstem bronchus that may limit the effectiveness of posterior tracheobronchopexy. We review outcomes of patients undergoing both descending aortopexy and posterior tracheopexy for severe tracheobronchomalacia… read more here.
Keywords: left mainstem; posterior tracheopexy; intrusion; aortopexy posterior ... See more keywords