Surgical Therapy of Pulmonary Artery Aneurysms: A Report of 2 Cases
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https://doi.org/10.1532/HSF98.20061121Abstract
Pulmonary artery aneurysm is a rare condition that may be acquired rather than congenital. The natural history of pulmonary artery aneurysms is not defined yet, and management is still controversial. We present 2 cases of adult patients with pulmonary artery aneurysms who were treated surgically. We suggest replacement as the surgical strategy.References
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