Active limb-protection in type A aortic dissection complicated by lower-extremity malperfusion

Shohei Yoshida, Julia Glizevskaja, Bobby H. N, John A. Carey, Kirsten Dansey, Jay D. Pal, Ioannis Dimarakis, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center

Perfusion

Published online on November 11, 2025

Abstract

Perfusion, Ahead of Print.
Lower extremity ischemia in acute type A aortic dissection is associated with severe complications, including amputation, acute kidney injury, and increased mortality. Timely restoration of blood flow is critical to balance the risks of delayed extremity ...