Subclavicular trans-sternal approach to treat subclavian artery aneurysm -Case report

Subclavian artery aneurysms are relatively rare, and the surgical approach depends on the location (intrathoracic or extrathoracic) and size of the an eurysm. Right subclavian artery aneurysms are usually operated upon using a supraclavicular approach or median sternotomy incision with right supracla vicular extension. We treated a right intrathoracic subclavian artery aneur ysm by subclavicular transs-sternal approach. This surgical approach is rec ommended for treatment of right intrathoracic subclavian artery aneurysms f or its easy access and excellent cosmetic results.