Rapid Development of De Novo Thoracic Aneurysm After Liver Transplant
The development of aortic aneurysms in post-transplant patients is a rare but potentially lethal problem. De novo aortic aneurysm formation and rapid growth are postulated to result from an imbalance between pro- and anti-inflammatory vascular endothelial factors after transplant. Here, we present a...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Experimental and clinical transplantation 2021-02, Vol.19 (2), p.167-169 |
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Zusammenfassung: | The development of aortic aneurysms in post-transplant patients is a rare but potentially lethal problem. De novo aortic aneurysm formation and rapid growth are postulated to result from an imbalance between pro- and anti-inflammatory vascular endothelial factors after transplant. Here, we present a case of de novo thoracic aneurysm formation within 2 months of orthotopic liver transplant. Prompt clinical recognition allowed for successful endovascular repair. Transplant clinicians should be aware of this potentially life-threatening complication and monitor at-risk recipients accordingly. |
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ISSN: | 1304-0855 2146-8427 |
DOI: | 10.6002/ect.2017.0070 |