Open AccessIsolated interrupted aortic arch in an adult: A case report
Author(s) -
Shuwen Dong,
Duo-Duo Di,
Guangming Cheng
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
world journal of clinical cases
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.368
H-Index - 10
ISSN - 2307-8960
DOI - 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i4.992
Subject(s) - medicine , interrupted aortic arch , ductus arteriosus , cardiology , heart failure , aortic arch , ascending aorta , descending aorta , pulmonary artery , aorta , ventricular outflow tract , coarctation of the aorta , surgery
Interrupted aortic arch (IAA) is a rare congenital heart disease defined by an interruption of the lumen and anatomical continuity between the ascending and descending major arteries. It is usually found within a few hours or days of birth. Without surgery, the chances of survival are low. If IAA patients have an effective collateral circulation established, they can survive into adulthood. However, IAA in adults is extremely rare, with few reported cases.