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Anterior tibial artery pseudoaneurysm
1Department of Paediatric Surgery, Seth G.S. Medical College, Parel, Mumbai.
Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|May 8, 2000
Summary
Traumatic pseudoaneurysms are rare, especially in children. This case highlights successful non-surgical treatment of an anterior tibial artery pseudoaneurysm using percutaneous coil embolisation, suggesting an alternative to surgery for peripheral pseudoaneurysms.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Interventional Radiology
- Pediatric Trauma
Background:
- Traumatic pseudoaneurysms are uncommon in civilian injuries, particularly in pediatric cases.
- Peripheral artery pseudoaneurysms often require surgical intervention.
Observation:
- A rare case of an anterior tibial artery pseudoaneurysm in a child resulting from trauma is presented.
- The pseudoaneurysm was successfully diagnosed and managed.
Findings:
- Non-surgical treatment via percutaneous coil embolisation achieved a successful outcome.
- This minimally invasive approach avoided the need for open surgical repair.
Implications:
- Percutaneous coil embolisation represents a viable alternative to surgery for peripheral pseudoaneurysms.
- This technique may reduce morbidity associated with surgical interventions in pediatric trauma patients.
- Further research into non-operative management of peripheral pseudoaneurysms is warranted.
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