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John Hunter's operation for popliteal aneurysm.

Harold Ellis1

  • 1Emeritus Professor of Surgery, University of London, Department of Anatomy, Guy's Hospital, London, UK.

Journal of Perioperative Practice
|December 15, 2017
PubMed
Summary

Popliteal artery aneurysms, a rare condition today, were common in 18th-century coach drivers. This suggests repetitive trauma from riding boots exacerbated arteriosclerosis, leading to aneurysms.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Medical History

Background:

  • An aneurysm is a "sac communicating with the lumen of an artery."
  • Popliteal artery aneurysms are uncommon in contemporary practice.
  • Historically, these aneurysms were frequently observed, particularly in certain professions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the historical prevalence of popliteal artery aneurysms.
  • To investigate potential etiological factors contributing to their occurrence in the past.

Main Methods:

  • Historical case review and analysis.
  • Correlation of occupational factors with arterial disease.

Main Results:

  • Popliteal artery aneurysms were notably common in the 18th century.
  • A high incidence was observed among coach drivers during this period.

Conclusions:

  • Repetitive trauma from 18th-century riding boots is a hypothesized cause.
  • The trauma likely aggravated pre-existing arteriosclerosis, leading to aneurysm formation in susceptible individuals.
Keywords:
AneurysmJohn HunterPopliteal artery

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