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External Jugular Venous Aneurysm: A Case Report.
Yuki Nakajima1, Mai Murata2, Kana Shudo1
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Shiga General Hospital, Moriyama, Shiga, Japan.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open
|October 27, 2022
Summary
External jugular vein (EJV) aneurysms are rare, with no serious complications reported. Surgical removal offers cosmetic improvement and pain relief for these venous anomalies.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Vascular Medicine
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- External jugular vein (EJV) aneurysms are rare vascular anomalies.
- Reported cases of EJV aneurysms are limited, with only 30 documented between 2000 and 2020.
- No serious complications have been associated with EJV aneurysms.
Observation:
- A 40-year-old woman presented with a painful left supraclavicular mass after a neck contusion.
- Diagnostic imaging, including vascular ultrasound and CT angiography/venography, confirmed a left EJV aneurysm.
- The patient's symptoms included pain and a noticeable mass.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of the EJV aneurysm was performed to alleviate pain.
- The external jugular vein was successfully repaired and preserved during surgery.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of a venous aneurysm.
Implications:
- Surgical intervention for EJV aneurysms can effectively resolve pain and improve cosmetic appearance.
- Preservation of the external jugular vein is feasible during aneurysm repair.
- This case highlights successful management of a rare venous anomaly, emphasizing the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment.
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