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Aortic aneurysm presenting as Budd Chiari syndrome.
D S Samlok1, M M Saha, M Gaiha
1Department of Medicine, Maulana Azad Medical College, G.B. Pant Hospitals, New Delhi.
Australasian Radiology
|November 1, 1991
Summary
Budd Chiari Syndrome, a hepatic venous outflow obstruction, can manifest in two types. A rare case highlights thoraco-abdominal aortic aneurysm presenting as Type II Budd Chiari Syndrome.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Hepatology
- Radiology
Background:
- Budd Chiari Syndrome (BCS) is characterized by hepatic venous outflow obstruction.
- BCS is classified into Type I (hepatic vein obstruction) and Type II (inferior vena cava obstruction).
Observation:
- A patient presented with symptoms consistent with Type II BCS.
Findings:
- The underlying cause identified was a thoraco-abdominal aortic aneurysm.
- This case demonstrates a rare presentation of BCS secondary to aortic pathology.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering vascular etiologies beyond typical causes in BCS diagnosis.
- Suggests a need for comprehensive vascular imaging in BCS Type II evaluations.
- Underscores the association between aortic aneurysms and venous obstruction syndromes.