Axillary artery pseudoaneurysm with concurrent distal thrombosis: a case report

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Interventional Cardiology
• Case Report

Background:

• Axillary artery pseudoaneurysms are rare vascular lesions.
• Concurrent distal thrombosis can lead to acute upper extremity ischemia.
• Management strategies for this condition require careful consideration.

Observation:

• A patient presented with acute upper extremity ischemia.
• Imaging revealed an axillary artery pseudoaneurysm with distal thrombosis.
• The patient's symptoms indicated a critical vascular event.

Findings:

• A hybrid surgical approach was successfully employed.
• This involved the use of a covered stent graft.
• Fogarty balloon thrombectomy was also utilized for clot removal.

Implications:

• This case highlights a successful treatment for a rare vascular emergency.
• Hybrid techniques offer a viable option for managing complex axillary artery pseudoaneurysms.
• Further review of literature supports this approach for similar critical conditions.