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Aortic aneurysm rupture in a kidney transplant patient was successfully managed by implantation of an axillary-femoral bypass graft prior to aortic aneurysmectomy. Renal function remained intact during and after the proce dure.

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Rupture of Abdominal Aneurysm in Renal Transplant Patient—A Case Report

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