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  • Vascular Surgery
  • Medical Case Reports

Background:

  • Intercostal artery aneurysms are rare vascular conditions.
  • Previously reported cases are associated with specific conditions such as neurofibromatosis, coarctation of the aorta, and Kawasaki disease.

Observation:

  • This report details the first documented patient presenting with intercostal artery aneurysmosis without any known or diagnosed associated conditions.
  • The patient's clinical presentation and diagnostic workup are described.

Findings:

  • The study identifies a novel presentation of intercostal artery aneurysmosis.
  • This case suggests that intercostal artery aneurysmosis can occur independently of other known risk factors or diseases.

Implications:

  • This finding broadens the differential diagnosis for intercostal artery aneurysms.
  • Further research is warranted to understand the etiology and potential independent risk factors for this condition.