# Bronchomalacia Complication Following a Bentall Procedure in a Patient With Marfan Syndrome

**Authors:** Theodoros Milas, Nikolaos Koumallos, Evangelia Sigala, Antonella Koutela, Nikolaos G Baikoussis

PMC · DOI: 10.7759/cureus.100072 · Cureus · 2025-12-25

## TL;DR

A 35-year-old patient with an undiagnosed connective tissue disorder successfully underwent surgery for an aortic aneurysm but later developed bronchomalacia, which was managed effectively.

## Contribution

This case highlights the successful multidisciplinary management of bronchomalacia following a Bentall procedure in a patient with a connective tissue disorder.

## Key findings

- The patient's aortic aneurysm was successfully treated with a Bentall procedure.
- Postoperative bronchomalacia was identified and managed effectively.
- A multidisciplinary approach was crucial for the successful outcome.

## Abstract

Handling extensive aortic aneurysms poses a complex challenge in the realm of clinical practice. Nonetheless, this case study demonstrates the successful surgical management of an aortic aneurysm in a 35-year-old patient with an undiagnosed syndrome related to connective tissue disorder. Remarkably, as a postoperative complication, the patient developed bronchomalacia, which was diligently managed throughout the treatment process. The approach to this distinctive case entailed meticulous surgical planning and skillful intervention, effectively addressing both conditions. Importantly, the successful outcome underscores the significance of a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach in achieving favorable results for intricate cases of this nature.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** Marfan Syndrome (MONDO:0007947), bronchomalacia (MONDO:0008888), aortic aneurysm (MONDO:0005160)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** connective tissue disorder (MESH:D003240), Marfan Syndrome (MESH:D008382), Bronchomalacia (MESH:D055091), aortic aneurysm (MESH:D001014)
- **Species:** Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606]

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