Abstract
Goal of this study is to demonstrate usage possibilities of a thoracoscopic technology in treatment of congenital heart defects and our experience of thoracoscopic vascular ring division.
Material and methods. From 2019 to 2024 thoracoscopic vascular ring division was performed in 10 patients. Different anatomical forms, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, perioperative records and postoperative results were analyzed.
Results. Mean age was 4.1±4 years. Mean weight 17.5±12.9 kg. Right sided aortic arch with left aberrant subclavian artery and Kommerell’s diverticulum was the most common form. Main symptoms were respiratory complications. Mean operative time was 103±26 min. Success was achieved in all cases with full or significant symptoms regression in 6 months after surgery. There were no postoperative complications. Mean hospital time was 4.8±1.6 days.
Conclusion. Thoracoscopic vascular ring division in children is a safe and effective procedure in most anatomical forms.
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About the authors
- Konstantin V. Shatalov, Dr. Med. Sci., Professor, Deputy Director for Research, Head of Department; ORCID
- Irina V. Arnautova, Dr. Med. Sci., Researcher; ORCID
- Magomed A. Abdurazakov, Cand. Med. Sci., Cardiovascular Surgeon; ORCID
