Double aortic arch presenting with respiratory distress

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Double aortic arch presenting with respiratory distress - SJA

Oct 25, 2017226 views

Double aortic arch (DAA) is a rare congenital vascular malformation in which persistence of two aortic arches forms a complete vascular ring that can compress the trachea and/or esophagus. Early diagnosis is difficult because it has a wide clinical spectrum. This article presents a rare case of a 9-month-old male infant with DAA who presented with respiratory distress. Through this case report, the authors emphasize the consideration of this pathology-induced respiratory distress and discuss its anaesthetic management...

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