[Role of surgical deobstruction in massive pulmonary emboli. Review of 12 operated cases]. / Ruolo della disostruzione chirurgica nell'embolia polmonare massiva. Revisione di 12 casi operati.

A brief survey is made of a personal series of 12 embolectomies performed under varying clinical conditions for the management of massive pulmonary embolism. Four satisfactory results were achieved. This operation is carried out under CEC and is a sound procedure. Stress is laid on its fundamental importance in the treatment of cases of this kind. Its early choice should be made in the light of the clinical picture.

Aneurysm of the gastroduodenal artery.

A case of aneurysm of the gastroduodenal artery associated with obstruction of celiac axis, is presented. The patient underwent successful surgical correction. The clinical and surgical aspects of this patient are discussed.