Acute aortic rupture from cross clamp injury

Kirshner, R.L.; Geary, J.E.; Welch, E.L.

Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery 27(2): 185-187

1986


ISSN/ISBN: 0021-9509
PMID: 3949862
Document Number: 280159
We report a case of transmural disruption and perforation of the abdominal aorta secondary to clamp injury. The literature is reviewed in reference to the traumatic effects of vascular clamps. Steps are outlined to reduce the risk of this injury.

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