Hypothermic circulatory arrest is commonly used during aortic arch surgery. However, it is associated with high risk of visceral organ and lower limb ischemia. There may be advantages to reduction duration of hypothermic circulatory arrest to prevent ischemic complications. We present a case of partial aortic arch replacement without use of hypothermic circulatory arrest.
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