Isolated subclavian artery: anatomical and surgical considerations

Ann Thorac Surg. 2009 Nov;88(5):1685-7. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2009.03.056.

Abstract

Isolated subclavial artery is a rare congenital anomaly. Herein we discuss a patient with isolated left subclavian artery and bilateral patent arterial ducts who underwent successful repair. We also describe the detailed anatomy of both recurrent nerves in this condition and embryology of the anomaly.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve / anatomy & histology
  • Subclavian Artery / abnormalities*
  • Subclavian Artery / surgery*
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures / methods