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Popliteal venous aneurysms with or without pulmonary embolism
M Helsted1, P Vilmann, B Jacobsen
1Department of Vascular Surgery, Gentofte County Hospital, Hellerup, Denmark.
European Journal of Vascular Surgery
|June 1, 1991
Summary
Popliteal venous aneurysms are rare but can cause dangerous blood clots. Surgical removal is recommended to prevent thrombosis, offering successful outcomes in recent cases.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Thrombosis Research
Background:
- Popliteal venous aneurysms are uncommon vascular malformations.
- These aneurysms are frequently associated with pulmonary embolism, indicating a thrombogenic potential.
- Limited case studies exist, with few patients presenting without thrombus or embolism.