Case Report

Chylous Ascites as a Rare Complication After Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Surgery

Authors: Naoto Fukunaga, MD, Yu Shomura, MD, Michihiro Nasu, MD, Yukikatsu Okada, MD

Abstract

Chylous ascites is a rare complication, and the treatment, which includes conservative and surgical strategies, is controversial. We describe two cases of chylous ascites that occurred after abdominal aortic aneurysm surgery. The first patient died of underlying diseases despite conservative treatment, while in the second patient, chylous ascites resolved with conservative treatment. In this article, we will discuss the management of chylous ascites, which vascular surgeons may face as a complication after abdominal aortic aneurysm surgery.

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