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A Fix for a Scalp Varix! A Rare Case of Cirsoid Aneurysm in a Child
Khyati Kiran Janapareddy1, Nitin James Peters1, Ram Samujh1
1Department of Paediatric Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Insights
Cirsoid aneurysms (CA) are rare scalp arteriovenous fistulas. This case highlights the diagnosis and successful combined embolization and surgical management of CA in a pediatric patient.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Pediatric Neurosurgery
- Interventional Radiology
Background:
- Cirsoid aneurysm (CA) is a rare arteriovenous fistula involving scalp vessels.
- Limited literature exists on the incidence and management of CA in pediatric populations.
Observation:
- A 7-year-old boy presented with a suspected scalp mass.
- Diagnostic angiography confirmed the presence of a cirsoid aneurysm.
Findings:
- The pediatric cirsoid aneurysm was successfully diagnosed using angiography.
- A combined approach of angiographic embolization followed by surgical excision was employed for management.
Implications:
- This case contributes to the scarce literature on pediatric cirsoid aneurysms.
- The successful combined endovascular and surgical treatment suggests a viable management strategy for pediatric CA.
- Further research into the optimal timing and techniques for managing pediatric CA is warranted.
Abstract:
Cirsoid aneurysm (CA) is a rare arteriovenous fistula of the scalp. There exists scant literature on the incidence and approach to CA in children. We describe a case of CA in a 7-year-old boy which was diagnosed by angiography and managed with angiographic embolization followed by surgical excision.
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