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Application of Laparoscopic Partial Splenectomy with Total Blood Flow Occlusion in Benign Splenic Lesions
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Published on: December 20, 2024

Giant splenic artery pseudoaneurysm.

Ross Frederick Goldberg1, Warren Maley, Eugene P Kennedy

  • 1Department of Surgery, Jefferson Pancreas, Biliary and Related Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, 1025 Walnut Street, College Bldg., Suite 605, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.

Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery : Official Journal of the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract
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Summary

Giant splenic artery pseudoaneurysms are rare but serious vascular conditions. Prompt surgical repair is recommended for all splenic artery pseudoaneurysms, irrespective of size, to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

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Published on: December 20, 2024

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Interventional Radiology
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Giant splenic artery pseudoaneurysms (≥5 cm) are rare vascular abnormalities.
  • This study documents the management of an 18 cm splenic artery pseudoaneurysm and reviews existing literature.

Observation:

  • A literature review identified 160 splenic artery pseudoaneurysms over 43 years, with 18% being giant.
  • Common etiologies include pancreatitis, trauma, and iatrogenic causes.
  • Presentation can range from vague symptoms to life-threatening hemorrhage.

Findings:

  • Treatment outcomes (endovascular or open surgery) were independent of aneurysm size or symptoms.
  • Endovascular treatment is often feasible, but open surgery may be necessary in complex cases with collateral circulation.
  • Successful open resection was achieved in a case with celiac artery occlusion.

Implications:

  • Splenic artery pseudoaneurysms require repair regardless of size.
  • Early intervention can prevent complications and improve patient prognosis.
  • This case highlights the importance of tailored surgical approaches for complex vascular lesions.