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Peripheral aneurysms.

D J Breslin1, E R Jewell

  • 1Section of Vascular Medicine and Hypertension, Lahey Clinic Medical Center, Burlington, Massachusetts.

Cardiology Clinics
|August 1, 1991
PubMed
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Peripheral atherosclerotic aneurysms are common in elderly men and can lead to limb ischemia or rupture. Surgical repair offers low mortality and is recommended, often requiring a search for associated aneurysms.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Geriatric Medicine

Background:

  • Peripheral atherosclerotic aneurysms predominantly affect elderly men.
  • Key complications include limb ischemia due to arterial thromboembolism and, rarely, aneurysm rupture.
  • These conditions often coexist with arterial ectasia elsewhere in the vasculature.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the clinical significance of peripheral atherosclerotic aneurysms.
  • To emphasize the recommended treatment approach and associated risks.
  • To underscore the importance of comprehensive vascular screening in affected patients.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical presentations and management of peripheral atherosclerotic aneurysms.
  • Analysis of complication rates and outcomes following vascular reconstruction.

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  • Correlation of peripheral aneurysms with other vascular pathologies.

    • Main Results:

    • Peripheral atherosclerotic aneurysms are primarily diagnosed in elderly males.
    • Arterial thromboembolism leading to limb ischemia is a major complication.
    • Vascular reconstruction demonstrates low mortality and is the recommended intervention.

    Conclusions:

    • Surgical intervention for peripheral atherosclerotic aneurysms is advised due to favorable outcomes.
    • Patients diagnosed with peripheral aneurysms necessitate a thorough evaluation for additional aneurysms, especially in the abdominal aorta.