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External jugular vein pseudoaneurysm in a case of sickle cell anemia
Aalay Parikh1, Kartik Patel1, Herin Patel1
1Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, U. N. Mehta Institute of Cardiology and Research Center, Civil Hospital Campus, Asarwa, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380016 India.
Abstract:
Aneurysm and pseudoaneurysm of venous system are uncommon. Their association with external jugular vein (EJV) is relatively rare. There is no reported case of association of EJV aneurysm in a patient with sickle cell anemia. Small aneurysm/pseudoaneurysm, if asymptomatic, are managed conservatively. However, if large or thrombosed, surgical excision is the treatment of choice. Their association with sickle cell anemia makes it a challenge not only for the surgeon, but also for the anesthetist, and requires a planned and disciplinary approach.
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