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Myocardial Infarction by Percutaneous Embolization Coil Deployment in a Swine Model
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Embolization coils migrating and being passed per rectum after embolization of a splenic artery pseudoaneurysm, "the
Numan A Shah1, Akinfemi Akingboye, Nandon Haldipur
1Doncaster and Bassetlaw NHS Trust, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Thorne Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN2 5LT, UK.
Abstract:
Acute or chronic blood loss from pseudoaneurysms of the splanchnic artery in chronic pancreatitis poses diagnostic and management challenges. Arteriographic examination offers both diagnostic and therapeutic options, with success rates of 76%-100% for both modalities. In cases of failure of embolization, repeat embolization is also an option. Surgical intervention is advocated for rebleeding and failure of embolization. Evidence-based guidelines regarding the optimal treatment modality for this condition are lacking. There has been a reported case of dislodgement of coil into the stomach through a gastropseudocystic fistula. We report the case of a migrating steel-wire coil through the gastrointestinal tract and splenic artery pseudoaneurysm. We highlight the potential complications of pseudoaneurysm and other available therapeutic management options.