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Post-Traumatic Pseudoaneurysm of the Superficial Temporal Artery in a Pediatric Patient

Martine Leeman1, Astrid Leus1, Caroline Ernst1

  • 1UZ Brussel, BE.

Journal of the Belgian Society of Radiology
|January 16, 2023
PubMed

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A rare pseudoaneurysm of the superficial temporal artery can occur after head injury in children. This finding highlights a potential, albeit uncommon, complication following pediatric head trauma.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Traumatology
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Head injuries are common in children, but vascular complications are rare.
  • Superficial temporal artery pseudoaneurysms are an underreported entity in pediatric cases.

Observation:

  • A child presented with a palpable, pulsatile mass following a head injury.
  • Imaging confirmed a pseudoaneurysm of the superficial temporal artery.

Findings:

  • Pseudoaneurysm formation in the superficial temporal artery is a rare complication of pediatric head trauma.
  • This condition can mimic other post-traumatic head and neck swellings.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should consider pseudoaneurysms in the differential diagnosis of pediatric head injuries with palpable masses.
  • Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent potential complications like rupture.

Keywords:
Pseudoaneurysmchildhead injurysuperficial temporal arteryyin-yang sign

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