Bronchial artery embolization for control of life-threatening endobronchial haemorrhage during cardiac surgery in a patient with microscopic polyangiitis: a case report
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Microscopic polyangiitis (MPA) is a rare disease characterized by systemic vasculitis. However, perioperative endobronchial haemorrhage in these patients is not well-documented in medical literature. CASE PRESENTATION: We present the case of a 62-year-old woman with MPA who developed massive airway bleeding during thoracoscopic mitral valve replacement. The haemorrhage was successfully managed with bronchoscopic localization and bronchial artery embolization, which led to a rapid recovery. CONCLUSION: This case increases the awareness of endobronchial haemorrhage in patients with MPA and underscores the critical role of a prepared, multidisciplinary team in achieving a successful outcome.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Vascular Anomalies and Treatments
Tracheal and airway disorders
Vasculitis and related conditions
Publication details
- Journal / source
- BMC Anesthesiology
- Volume
- 26
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 93–93
- Publication date
- 9 January 2026
- Language
- EN