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Popliteal pseudoaneurysm and arteriovenous shunt following arthroscopic meniscectomy: case report
P Vassallo1, M F Reiser, M Strobel
1Institute of Clinical Radiology, Westfälische-Wilhelms-Universität, Münster, West Germany.
Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology
|May 1, 1989
Abstract:
Arthroscopic procedures have a low complication rate regarding vascular injury. This report describes a pseudoaneurysm of the right popliteal artery with an arteriovenous shunt following arthroscopic resection of remnants of the posterior horn of the medial meniscus, a complication not previously reported.
Insights
Arthroscopic knee surgery rarely causes vascular injury. This case report details a rare pseudoaneurysm and arteriovenous shunt in the popliteal artery after arthroscopic meniscus surgery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Vascular Surgery
- Medical Case Reports
Background:
- Arthroscopic procedures are generally safe with low rates of vascular complications.
- Vascular injuries, though uncommon, can occur during arthroscopic knee interventions.
Observation:
- This report presents a unique case of a pseudoaneurysm and arteriovenous shunt affecting the right popliteal artery.
- The complication occurred subsequent to an arthroscopic resection of medial meniscus posterior horn remnants.
Findings:
- The described pseudoaneurysm and arteriovenous shunt represent a previously undocumented complication of arthroscopic meniscus surgery.
- This highlights a potential, albeit rare, vascular risk associated with the procedure.
Implications:
- Awareness of this complication is crucial for orthopedic surgeons performing arthroscopic knee procedures.
- Prompt recognition and management are essential to prevent further vascular compromise.