Left Brachiocephalic Venous Aneurysm: A Rare Clinical Finding

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Cardiovascular Medicine
• Case Reports

Background:

• Brachiocephalic venous aneurysms are exceedingly rare vascular anomalies.
• Fewer than 20 cases have been documented in medical literature.

Observation:

• A 72-year-old male presented with an incidentally discovered large aneurysm of the left brachiocephalic vein on CT scan.
• Diagnostic workup confirmed an isolated saccular aneurysm of the left brachiocephalic vein.

Findings:

• The patient underwent successful aneurysmectomy via sternotomy.
• The surgical procedure did not necessitate a vascular graft or cardiopulmonary bypass.

Implications:

• This case highlights a rare presentation of brachiocephalic venous aneurysm.
• Surgical resection via sternotomy is a viable treatment option for selected patients.
• The successful outcome suggests favorable prognosis with prompt surgical intervention.