Peripheral aneurysms

Peripheral atherosclerotic aneurysms occur primarily in elderly men. Major complications are arterial thromboembolism with ischemia of the limb and, rarely, rupture of the aneurysm. Vascular reconstruction is associated with a low mortality, and operation is recommended. These aneurysms are often associated with arterial ectasia at other locations. The presence of peripheral atherosclerotic aneurysms always requires a search for other peripheral aneurysms, particularly in the abdominal aorta.