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Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2007;31:548-549. doi:10.1016/j.ejcts.2006.11.059
Copyright © 2007, European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. Published by Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved

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‘Turn-up’ anastomotic technique for acute aortic dissection

Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Kurashiki Central Hospital, 1-1-1 Miwa, Kurashiki City, Okayama 710-8602, Japan

Received 31 July 2006; received in revised form 9 November 2006; accepted 15 November 2006.

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We report a new anastomotic ‘turn-up’ technique in the surgery for acute aortic dissection. This technique includes eversion of the ends of the graft which allows excellent cross-sectional exposure of the aorta and the graft. In our experiences of consecutive 30 cases, this technique reduced perioperative bleeding and resulted in satisfactory clinical outcomes.

Key Words: Anastomosis • Aortic dissection • Surgery • Suture