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ArticleActa medica Lituanica2025

Giant Descending Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm: A Case Report.

Rassul Zhumagaliyev, Yerlan Orazymbetov, Serik Aitaliyev, Sidar Arslan, Tadas Lenkutis, Adakrius Siudikas, Rimantas Benetis

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Rassul ZhumagaliyevDepartment of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kauno Klinikos, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas, Lithuania.
Yerlan OrazymbetovDepartment of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kauno Klinikos, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas, Lithuania; National Scientific Medical Center, Astana, Kazakhstan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0008-0844-7268
Serik AitaliyevDepartment of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kauno Klinikos, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas, Lithuania; Faculty of Medicine and Health Care, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3014-9100
Sidar ArslanDepartment of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kauno Klinikos, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas, Lithuania.
Tadas LenkutisDepartment of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kauno Klinikos, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas, Lithuania.
Adakrius SiudikasDepartment of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kauno Klinikos, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas, Lithuania.
Rimantas BenetisDepartment of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kauno Klinikos, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas, Lithuania.

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Abstract

Background: Giant descending thoracic aortic aneurysm (GDTAA) is a rare vascular disease characterized by an aortic diameter exceeding 10 cm. GDTAA carries a significant risk of rupture and mortality and requires timely diagnosis and intervention. Despite the clinical severity of the disease, the literature on GDTAA remains sparse, particularly in cases with extreme aneurysmal dilatation. Case Presentation: We present the case of a 68-year-old man with a GDTAA of 14.08 × 10.04 cm, one of the largest ever reported. The patient initially presented with recurrent syncope, chronic cough and fatigue. Imaging studies, including Conclusion: This case highlights the importance of early recognition and surgical intervention in GDTAA in order to prevent catastrophic consequences. Comprehensive preoperative evaluation, careful surgical planning and attentive postoperative care are essential for optimal recovery. Our results emphasise the importance of modern imaging techniques for accurate anatomical assessment and risk stratification in patients with extreme aneurysm growth. Further research is needed to establish standardised protocols for the treatment of GDTAA.

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aortic dilationgiant descending thoracic aortic aneurysm (GDTAA)surgical repair

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PMCPMC12875552

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