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Doukas P, Dalibor N, Keszei A, Frankort J, Krabbe J, Zayat R, Jacobs MJ, Gombert A, Akhyari P, Mehdiani A. Factors Associated with Early Mortality in Acute Type A Aortic Dissection-A Single-Centre Experience. J Clin Med 2024; 13:1023. [PMID: 38398336 PMCID: PMC10889250 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13041023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Acute aortic dissection type A (AADA) is a surgical emergency with relevant mortality and morbidity despite improvements in current management protocols. Identifying patients at risk of a fatal outcome and controlling the factors associated with mortality remain of paramount importance. METHODS In this retrospective observational study, we reviewed the medical records of 117 patients with AADA, who were referred to our centre and operated on between 2005 and 2021. Preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative variables were analysed and tested for their correlation with in-hospital mortality. RESULTS The overall survival rate was 83%. Preoperatively, factors associated with mortality were age (p = 0.02), chronic hypertension (p = 0.02), any grade of aortic valve stenosis in the patient's medical history (p = 0.03), atrial fibrillation (p = 0.04), and oral anticoagulation (p = 0.04). Non-survivors had significantly longer operative times (p = 0.002). During the postoperative phase, mortality was strongly associated with acute kidney injury (AKI) (p < 0.001), acute heart failure (p < 0.001), stroke (p = 0.02), focal neurological deficits (p = 0.02), and sepsis (p = 0.001). In the multivariate regression analysis, the onset of postoperative focal neurological deficits was the best predictor of a fatal outcome after adjusting for ARDS (odds ratio: 5.8, 95%-CI: 1.2-41.7, p = 0.04). CONCLUSIONS In this retrospective analysis, atrial fibrillation, oral anticoagulation, hypertension, and age were significantly correlated with mortality. Postoperatively, acute kidney injury, acute heart failure, sepsis, and focal neurological deficits were correlated with in-hospital mortality, and focal neurological deficit has been identified as a significant predictor of fatal outcomes. Early detection and interdisciplinary management of at-risk patients remain crucial throughout the postoperative phase.
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- Panagiotis Doukas
- European Vascular Center Aachen-Maastricht, Department of Vascular Surgery, RWTH University Hospital Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (N.D.); (J.F.); (M.J.J.); (A.G.)
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- European Vascular Center Aachen-Maastricht, Department of Vascular Surgery, RWTH University Hospital Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (N.D.); (J.F.); (M.J.J.); (A.G.)
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- Center for Translational & Clinical Research Aachen (CTC-A), RWTH Aachen University, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany;
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- European Vascular Center Aachen-Maastricht, Department of Vascular Surgery, RWTH University Hospital Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (N.D.); (J.F.); (M.J.J.); (A.G.)
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- Institute of Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine, Medical Faculty, RWTH Aachen University, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany
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- Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (R.Z.); (P.A.); (A.M.)
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- European Vascular Center Aachen-Maastricht, Department of Vascular Surgery, RWTH University Hospital Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (N.D.); (J.F.); (M.J.J.); (A.G.)
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- European Vascular Center Aachen-Maastricht, Department of Vascular Surgery, RWTH University Hospital Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (N.D.); (J.F.); (M.J.J.); (A.G.)
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- Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (R.Z.); (P.A.); (A.M.)
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- Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (R.Z.); (P.A.); (A.M.)
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Jakob H, Leins T, Avci-Adali M, Schlensak C, Wendt D, Mehta Y, Thielmann M, Görlinger K, Song SW, Tsagakis K. Standardized in vitro bleeding tests in a non-coated novel hybrid prosthesis for frozen elephant trunk demonstrates minimal oozing during full heparinization, supported by clinical data. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1303816. [PMID: 38155987 PMCID: PMC10752973 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1303816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023] Open
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Introduction Recent reports have questioned the blood impermeability of the novel frozen elephant trunk (FET) device E-vita Open NEO© (EO-NEO). Therefore, standardized in vitro bleeding tests using porcine heparinized blood were performed, as well as stress testing on the blood tightness of the collar suture line, to investigate this observation. Material and methods EO-NEO prostheses were examined in vitro for blood permeability in three test series. Initially, antegrade perfusion with heparinized porcine blood [activated clotting time (ACT) of 500 s, with a 60 min duration] was performed, followed by ante/retrograde testing via the EO-NEO side port. Testing of the collar suture line under a tension of 10 Newton (N) within a suspension device (blood pressure 120 mmHg, ACT of 560 s, 1 min duration) was carried out with the suture material force fiber white (FFWs) yarn, using standard fixation (5 stitches/cm), FFWh yarn in hemostatic fixation (15 stitches/cm), and flow weave yarn (FWYh). Results Blood permeability testing of EO-NEO through the prosthetic lumen or via the side port demonstrated minor leakage without statistical difference between the standard and hemostatic suture lines or suture materials used, or positioning on the crimped or tapered portion (p > 0.05). The specific collar anastomosis testing demonstrated leakage volumes of 140 ml/min for FFWs vs. 16 ml/min for FFWh (p = 0.02), vs. 9 ml/min with the FWYh (p = 0.01). Conclusion Different blood leakage tests showed minimal oozing and no difference in blood loss through the fabric and different collar suture lines, but unphysiological pressurized retrograde perfusion of the collar region showed significantly less leakage using FWYh and FFWh, prompting production modification of EO-NEO. Clinical results confirmed low blood loss using this novel FET device.
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- Heinz Jakob
- Diagnosticum Mülheim, Mülheim, Germany
- Department of Thoracic- and Cardiovascular Surgery, West German Heart and Vascular Center, Essen, Germany
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- Medira GmbH, Balingen, Germany
- JOTEC-Artivion, Hechingen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic- and Cardiovascular Surgery, West German Heart and Vascular Center, Essen, Germany
- CytoSorbents Europe, Berlin, Germany
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- Medanta Institute of Critical Care and Anesthesiology, Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon, India
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- Department of Thoracic- and Cardiovascular Surgery, West German Heart and Vascular Center, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, College of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic- and Cardiovascular Surgery, West German Heart and Vascular Center, Essen, Germany
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Arvin S, Ahmad K, Tang M, Andersen G, Nørgaard BL. Conservative treatment of type A aortic dissection: a case report with 5 years of follow-up. AME Case Rep 2023; 7:42. [PMID: 37942037 PMCID: PMC10628417 DOI: 10.21037/acr-22-107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/04/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023]
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Background Acute aortic dissection causes major morbidities and mortalities. The treatment of choice for type A aortic dissection (TAAD) is emergent surgical intervention. However, surgery per se may be associated with significant risk, in part due to the general surgical challenges, and the inherent hemodynamic- and organ malperfusion effects. In particular, surgery correlates with marked perioperative mortality in octo- and nonagenarians and those with severe comorbidities. Conservative medical treatment represents an alternative approach to patients for whom surgery is deemed high-risk, but case literature in this field remains sparse. Case Description We present a case of an 86-year-old female admitted with TAAD and deemed inoperable by the cardiothoracic surgical team due to excessive risks. The patient was treated conservatively with an extensive and aggressive antihypertensive regimen, leading to an uneventful recovery. Conclusions Most cases of TAADs require emergent surgery. However, surgery is often contraindicated in comorbid and older patients due to excessive risks. The patient in this report is unique due to the long follow-up after conservative treatment and the close adherence to treatment protocol due to continuous therapeutic monitoring. It is important to consider factors for and against conservative therapeutic strategies, and, importantly, adherence to such should be carefully monitored to optimize patient outcomes.
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- Simon Arvin
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Randers Regional Hospital, Randers NE, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery & Institute of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus N, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery & Institute of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus N, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus N, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology & Institute of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus N, Denmark
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Carrel T, Sundt TM, von Kodolitsch Y, Czerny M. Acute aortic dissection. Lancet 2023; 401:773-788. [PMID: 36640801 DOI: 10.1016/s0140-6736(22)01970-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2022] [Revised: 09/04/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Although substantial progress has been made in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of acute aortic dissection, it remains a complex cardiovascular event, with a high immediate mortality and substantial morbidity in individuals surviving the acute period. The past decade has allowed a leap forward in understanding the pathophysiology of this disease; the existing classifications have been challenged, and the scientific community moves towards a nomenclature that is likely to unify the current definitions according to morphology and function. The most important pathophysiological pathway, namely the location and extension of the initial intimal tear, which causes a disruption of the media layer of the aortic wall, together with the size of the affected aortic segments, determines whether the patient should undergo emergency surgery, an endovascular intervention, or receive optimal medical treatment. The scientific evidence for the management and follow-up of acute aortic dissection continues to evolve. This Seminar provides a clinically relevant overview of potential prevention, diagnosis, and management of acute aortic dissection, which is the most severe acute aortic syndrome.
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- Thierry Carrel
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Massachusetts' General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Vascular Medicine, German Aortic Center, University Heart & Vascular Center Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, University Heart Center Freiburg, Bad Krozingen, Germany; Faculty of Medicine, Albert Ludwig University Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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Kumari S, Raja R. Outcomes of preoperative antiplatelet therapy in patients with acute type A aortic dissection. J Card Surg 2022; 37:5684. [PMID: 36168802 DOI: 10.1111/jocs.16969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2022] [Accepted: 09/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Carrel T, Sromicki J, Schmiady M, Aser R, Ouda A, Vogt PR. Aortic wrapping is life-saving in high-risk acute aortic dissection and intramural haematoma. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg 2022; 35:6751791. [PMID: 36205640 PMCID: PMC9580516 DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivac254] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2022] [Revised: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Aortic wrapping is a controversial repair in patients presenting with acute type A aortic dissection or intramural haematoma, but this method may be a potential alternative to medical treatment or conventional repair in patients aged >80 years and in those presenting with prohibitive co-morbidities such as stroke, circulatory collapse, full oral anticoagulation with the last generation drugs. We report on 5 high-risk and/or patients over 80 years who received external aortic wrapping with or without cardiopulmonary bypass during the last 18 months. All survived the procedure and could be extubated early postoperatively. No patient remained on the intensive care longer than 2 days and all were discharged without additional complications. Postoperative radiological control was acceptable and no patient had any new aortic event up to 18 months postoperatively.
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- Thierry Carrel
- Corresponding author. Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital, Rämistrasse 100, 8091 Zürich, Switzerland. Tel: +41 44 244 47 29; e-mail: (T. Carrel)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital, Zürich, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital, Zürich, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital, Zürich, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital, Zürich, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital, Zürich, Switzerland
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