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Point-Of-Care Ultrasound Screening for Proximal Lower Extremity Deep Venous Thrombosis
Published on: February 10, 2023
Symptomatic popliteal vein aneurysm
Shyamal Premaratne1, Tze-Woei Tan, Amy H Coulter
1Mail Stop 151, Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Administration Medical Center, Richmond, VA, USA.
Popliteal vein aneurysms (PVAs) are serious vascular conditions. Early surgical repair of PVAs is recommended to prevent life-threatening complications like pulmonary embolism.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Vascular Medicine
Background:
- Popliteal vein aneurysms (PVAs) pose significant risks, including pulmonary embolism and mortality.
- Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing PVAs.
Observation:
- A previously healthy 58-year-old female presented with a 3-year history of right popliteal fossa pain.
- The patient had no history of trauma or claudication in the affected leg.
Findings:
- A preoperative venogram confirmed the diagnosis of a popliteal vein aneurysm.
- Surgical resection and lateral venorrhaphy were performed via a posterior incision.
- The patient experienced an uneventful recovery post-procedure.
Implications:
- Early surgical intervention for PVAs is vital, regardless of symptom presence.
- Timely treatment can prevent severe complications and improve patient outcomes.
- This case highlights the importance of considering PVAs in patients with unexplained leg pain.
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