Case Report: Surgical management of idiopathic pulmonary aneurysms and review surgical approaches.

ABSTRACT: Idiopathic pulmonary aneurysm is a clinically rare condition characterized by an unknown etiology and episodic occurrence. Despite its rarity, idiopathic pulmonary artery aneurysm poses potential risks to patients. Currently, there is a lack of established clinical guidelines and consensus regarding its management, leading to ongoing controversies in treatment strategies. Particularly, the optimal approach for addressing the main pulmonary artery, its branches, and the pulmonary artery valve remains uncertain. A 57-year-old female patient presented with chest pain and tightness, leading to the diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary artery aneurysm after excluding other potential causes. Subsequently, she underwent surgical treatment. However, during the surgery, the pulmonary artery wall was fo

SUBMITTER: Wu K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10761405 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature