The Damus-Kaye-Stansel procedure is used to relieve systemic outflow tract obstruction, usually in patients with single ventricular type anatomy. The unobstructed pulmonary outflow is used to provide relief of systemic outflow obstruction.

The Damus–Kaye–Stansel (DKS) procedure is a cardiovascular surgical procedure used as part of the repair of some congenital heart defects. [1] This procedure joins the pulmonary artery and the aorta in situations where the systemic circulation is obstructed.

The Damus-Kaye-Stansel Procedure is one of several surgical operations used in Double Inlet Left Ventricle congenital heart disease cases where complications have arisen, obstructing the …

Mar 15, 2016 · The Damus–Kaye–Stansel (DKS) operation is a palliative procedure for patients with a single functioning ventricle with an obstructed rudimentary outflow chamber. It is not used for treatment of hypoplastic left heart syndrome which is treated using the Norwood procedure.

The Damus-Kaye-Stansel (DKS) procedure is a method for mitigating the risk of systemic ventricular outflow tract obstruction (SVOTO). However, there have been few reports on which surgical technique shows a better outcome.

In summary, the DKS anastomosis is an attractive option for providing unobstructed blood flow from the systemic ventricle in patients with complex congenital heart disease.

Feb 13, 2018 · The Damus-Kaye-Stansel (DKS) anastomosis was originally described for the treatment of transposition of the great arteries but it is now used mainly for the treatment of single ventricle anomalies in patients who are at risk of developing systemic ventricular outflow tract obstruction (SVOTO).

A primary DKS procedure in patients with a functional single ventricle and potential systemic ventricular outflow tract obstruction is recommended to obtain favorable long-term survival with preserved ventricular function and competent semilunar valve function.

Kaye–Stansel Procedure The Damus–Kaye–Stansel (DKS) operation is a palliative procedure for patients with a single functioning ventricle with an obstructe. rudimentary out fl ow chamber. It is not used for treatment of hypoplastic left heart syndrome which is trea.

Jan 1, 2013 · The Damus–Kaye–Stansel (DKS) operation is a palliative procedure for patients with a single functioning ventricle with an obstructed rudimentary outflow chamber. It is not used for treatment of hypoplastic left heart syndrome which is treated using the Norwood procedure.