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Post-traumatic facial artery aneurysm in a child
Craig L Stewart1, Raanan Cohen-Kerem, Bo-Yee Ngan
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5G 1X8.
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|November 10, 2004
Summary
A rare post-traumatic facial artery aneurysm developed in a child weeks after a motor vehicle accident. This case highlights the need for vigilant follow-up for vascular anomalies after head and neck trauma.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Pediatric Trauma
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Facial soft tissue injuries from head and neck trauma can lead to delayed complications.
- Vascular anomalies, such as aneurysms, are potential long-term sequelae.
- Early identification and management are crucial for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- A pediatric patient sustained a penetrating facial injury during a motor vehicle accident (MVA).
- Three weeks post-injury, the patient developed a facial artery aneurysm.
- The aneurysm was identified as a delayed complication of the initial trauma.
Findings:
- Post-traumatic aneurysms of the facial artery are uncommon occurrences.
- The case demonstrates a rare vascular complication following penetrating facial trauma.
- Imaging and clinical evaluation confirmed the aneurysm's post-traumatic origin.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of monitoring patients for vascular anomalies after head and neck injuries.
- Long-term follow-up protocols for trauma patients should consider the possibility of delayed vascular complications.
- Awareness of such rare complications can improve diagnostic accuracy and patient management.