A case of paraplegia following endovascular stent repair of descending thoracic aortic aneurysm

Abstract

Paraplegia secondary to spinal cord infarction is a recognized complication of open thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm (TAA) repair. TAA is serious and unpredictable condition. Therefore, aortic repair requires thorough information on managing the potential complications will facilitate improve control the problem. We report the symptoms and management of paraplegia in a patient who underwent stent insertion as TAA. Copyright © 2011 The Korean Society of Cardiology.