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Hepatic artery pseudoaneurysms in acute pancreatitis
J M Walton1, R J Abraham, B J Perey
1Department of Surgery, Victoria General Hospital, Halifax, NS.
Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
|August 1, 1991
Summary
Multiple intrahepatic pseudoaneurysms complicating acute gallstone pancreatitis are rare. This case highlights imaging modalities and literature review for this unusual presentation.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Vascular Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Acute gallstone pancreatitis is a common condition.
- Pseudoaneurysms are rare but serious complications.
- Vasculitis-induced pseudoaneurysms are known in chronic pancreatitis.
Observation:
- A case of multiple intrahepatic pseudoaneurysms is presented.
- These pseudoaneurysms complicated acute gallstone pancreatitis.
- The case involved a review of existing literature.
Findings:
- Ultrasonography, computed tomography, and arteriography demonstrated complementary roles.
- Pseudoaneurysms are rarely described in acute pancreatitis.
- This contrasts with their recognition in chronic pancreatitis.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering pseudoaneurysms in acute pancreatitis.
- Emphasizes the utility of multimodal imaging for diagnosis.
- Contributes to understanding rare vascular complications of pancreatitis.