Radiological evaluation of hepatic artery aneurysms
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1Department of Radiology, Chonbuk National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
Insights
This study details four hepatic artery aneurysm cases, highlighting diagnostic methods and treatment outcomes. Both surgical intervention and transcatheter embolization proved effective for these rare vascular conditions.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Interventional Radiology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Hepatic artery aneurysms are rare vascular abnormalities.
- Accurate diagnosis and timely intervention are crucial for patient outcomes.
Observation:
- Four cases of hepatic artery aneurysm were identified.
- Aneurysms were located in the right hepatic artery (3 cases) and common hepatic artery (1 case).
- Diagnostic confirmation involved computed tomography, sonography, angiography, and/or surgery.
Findings:
- Two cases were successfully treated with surgical repair.
- Two cases were managed effectively using transcatheter embolization.
- The study describes the clinical and radiological characteristics of hepatic artery aneurysms.
Implications:
- This case series contributes to understanding the presentation and management of hepatic artery aneurysms.
- Both surgical and endovascular techniques offer viable treatment options.
- Further research can refine optimal management strategies for this rare condition.
Abstract:
The authors report 4 cases of hepatic artery aneurysm confirmed by computed tomography, sonography, angiography, and/or surgery. Three aneurysms involved the right hepatic artery and 1 involved the common hepatic artery. Two cases were treated with surgery, and the other 2 cases with transcatheter embolization. The clinical and radiological features of this entity are described together with a review of the pertinent literature.