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Disconnection of the tip of the aortic cannula during cardiopulmonary bypass

Department of CTVS, 101-G, MDH, PGIMER, Chandigarh-160012, India

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Objectives: We wish to share a unique occurrence of disconnection of the aortic cannula tip from the rest of the cannula while still on bypass. Methods: This complication was encountered while conducting a coronary artery bypass surgery. Results: We managed to control the situation and resuscitate the patient. No major after-effect was observed and the patient made an uneventful recovery. Conclusions: Such a complication should be kept in mind and the disposables used in every surgery should be checked before using them.

Key Words: Cardiopulmonary bypass; Aortic cannula