Off-pump correction of coronary fistula: the single suture technique approach

Rev Bras Cir Cardiovasc. 2009 Oct-Dec;24(4):581-3. doi: 10.1590/s0102-76382009000500023.
[Article in English, Portuguese]

Abstract

The single suture technique was developed to obtain stabilization and exposure of all all coronary branches during off-pump coronary artery bypass, while maintaining hemodynamic stabilily during the procedure. We describe the use of this technique during an off-pump correction of a coronary artery fistula associated with right coronary dilatation. The suggested technique is quicker and less complex than on-pump surgery. Furthermore, it can be a useful tool for congenital fistula correction in select cases, stimulating the practice of less invasive heart surgery in these patients.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Coronary Artery Bypass, Off-Pump*
  • Coronary Vessel Anomalies / surgery*
  • Heart Ventricles / abnormalities
  • Heart Ventricles / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Suture Techniques*
  • Vascular Fistula / congenital
  • Vascular Fistula / surgery*