Total laparoscopic intra-aortic foreign body retrieval

Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg. 2008 Jun;35(6):737-8. doi: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2007.12.016. Epub 2008 Feb 6.

Abstract

Thrombo-embolic risk of intra-aortic foreign bodies (IAFB) is unpredictable. Endovascular retrieval is the treatment of choice but not always feasible. We report a case of total laparoscopic IAFB retrieval in a 37 years old patient. He underwent a percutaneous closure of a septal defect using a Helex device (WL Gore). Migration of the device occurred 6 months after the procedure. Device was located at the aortic bifurcation on CT scan. We performed a total laparoscopic retrieval through a transperitoneal direct approach of the abdominal aorta. Postoperative course was uneventful.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aorta, Abdominal / diagnostic imaging
  • Aorta, Abdominal / surgery*
  • Aortic Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Aortic Diseases / etiology
  • Aortic Diseases / surgery*
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures / adverse effects*
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures / instrumentation
  • Device Removal*
  • Foreign-Body Migration / diagnostic imaging
  • Foreign-Body Migration / etiology
  • Foreign-Body Migration / surgery*
  • Heart Septal Defects / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*
  • Male
  • Radiography
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures / methods*