Ascending aortic cannulation in acute type A aortic dissection: a frightening but lifesaving procedure

Abstract

Different cannulation sites (e.g., femoral artery, axillary artery, left ventricular apex, and ascending aorta) and perfusion techniques (anterograde or retrograde) have been used for treating acute type A aortic dissection. The patient's pathology and status determine the cannulation site. We present our experience with ascending aortic cannulation for acute type A aortic dissection.Eur Res J 2016;2(1):74-76

Alternative cannulation techniques in surgical repair for acute type A aortic dissection

“…In this issue of the European Research Journal, Yalcin et al [1] reported an experience with ascending aorta cannulation for surgical repair in a case with acute type A aortic dissection (AAAD). This presentation raises many questions that should be answered by the authors.…”