Abstract
BackgroundResuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta (REBOA) is effective for temporary hemorrhage control and resuscitative effort, as it enhances cerebral and coronary circulation in trauma patients. However, an inappropriate utilization of REBOA leads to critical complications. Placement of the balloon in Zone 2 of the aorta should be avoided as the occlusion restricts the intestinal blood supply leading to fatal complications. There is a scarcity of case reports on complications associated with endovascular balloon occlusion in the literature. Here, we have presented a rare case in which Zone 2 REBOA contributed to an ischemic complication in a trauma patient.Case presentationA 50-year-old man with severe trauma, who accidentally got buried under a fallen cement wall, was carried to the nearest hospital. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography showed an unstable pelvic fracture that required hemostatic intervention. Prior to being transferred to another hospital, the patient was treated with endovascular balloon placement. A Zone 2 endovascular balloon placement with resuscitative effort accidentally led to insufficient abdominal blood flow and he developed extensive intestinal necrosis. Following surgical intervention, the patient was resuscitated; however, he developed partial intestinal necrosis and was subsequently managed with surgical intestinal resection.ConclusionsBlood supply to the abdominal organs should be considered when deploying the balloon. Further, balloon positioning, aortic occlusion time, and inflation volume should be carefully considered to avoid ischemic complications.
Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta for Blood Control in Lumbar Spine Tumor Resection Surgery: A Technical Note
