Extensive aneurysm of the aortic arch and descending aorta. Extra-anatomical reconstruction and exclusion of the aneurysmal sac.

: A new technique for repair of extensive aneurysm reaching from the ascending aorta to the diaphragm is presented. The operation consists of the reconstruction of the aortic arch and descending aorta and the exclusion of the aneurysmal sac in a single operation. Two successful cases are presented.