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Figure 1: Dissection beginning from the suture line (arrow) Figure 2: Intraoperative image of aortic dissection starting from greater curvature. Figure 3: Intact donor aorta and suture line Figure 4: Both lumens were combined to generate the true lumen and reinforced with teflon felt and fibrin sealant Figure 5: Distal anastomosis