Successful hybrid management of extensive thromboembolism of the innominate trunk, right subclavian artery, bilateral common carotid artery, and pulmonary embolism

Symptomatic acute carotid occlusion demands treatment, but the exact treatment to be provided in the case of acute occlusion of 3 supra-Aortic vessels is not well established. Herein, we describe the successful emergency hybrid management of a massive thromboembolic occlusion of the right subclavian artery, common carotid artery, and innominate trunk, associated with left arm hemiparesis, motor aphasia, and confusion, and extensive pulmonary embolism. The diagnostic work-up and the hybrid surgical strategy adopted are described. Neurologic symptoms had completely regressed at discharge and the patient was free of any complications at the 3-month follow-up. © 2014 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved