An ex vivo approach to complex renal artery aneurysm repair

J Vasc Surg Cases. 2015 Jun 19;1(2):165-167. doi: 10.1016/j.jvsc.2015.04.005. eCollection 2015 Jun.

Abstract

Ex vivo repair technique for a complex renal artery aneurysm may have several advantages. Smaller incision size and use of minimally invasive techniques may decrease incisional morbidity and improve recovery time, especially in patients with a high body mass index. Improved visualization afforded by back-table methods may also be valuable when repair of aneurysms involving multiple branches is necessary. We report of a successful case of laparoscopic nephrectomy, followed by back-table aneurysmorrhaphy and autotransplant, in a patient with a renal artery aneurysm.

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  • Case Reports