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Isolated iliac artery aneurysm rupture causing lumbar plexopathy.
Samir Sahu1, Amiya Kumar Mahapatro, Prasant Kumar Sahoo
1Kalinga Hospital, Bhubaneswar.
The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
|July 15, 2011
Summary
Isolated iliac artery aneurysms are rare vascular conditions. This case highlights a ruptured common iliac artery aneurysm causing lumbosacral plexopathy and left leg paralysis.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Neurology
Background:
- Isolated iliac artery aneurysms (IIAAs) are uncommon vascular pathologies.
- Ruptured aneurysms can lead to significant complications, including neurological deficits.
Observation:
- A patient presented with acute left monoplegia.
- The neurological deficit was attributed to lumbosacral plexopathy.
Findings:
- The underlying cause was identified as a ruptured common iliac artery aneurysm.
- Aneurysm rupture led to compression and damage of the lumbosacral plexus.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering vascular emergencies in patients with sudden neurological deficits.
- Prompt diagnosis and management of iliac artery aneurysms are crucial to prevent severe neurological sequelae.
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