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Superficial venous aneurysms: a case-based review.

Aliki Skandali^1,2, Francesk Mulita¹, Melina Stathopoulou^1,2

¹Department of Surgery, General University Hospital of Patras, Greece.

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Summary

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Superficial venous aneurysms, rare vascular lesions, can cause complications. Surgical excision is a successful treatment, but further research is needed for standardized management strategies.

Keywords:

classification epidemiology superficial venous aneurysms superficial venous pseudoaneurysms therapeutic approaches

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Area of Science:

Vascular Surgery
Diagnostic Imaging
Histopathology

Background:

Superficial venous aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms are rare and often misdiagnosed.
These lesions, though typically benign, can lead to complications like thrombosis and rupture.

Purpose of the Study:

To report a case of superficial venous aneurysm managed surgically.
To review the literature on superficial venous aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms.
To discuss diagnostic and management strategies.

Main Methods:

Case presentation of a 62-year-old male with a superficial venous aneurysm.
Surgical excision and histopathological confirmation.
Comprehensive literature review of venous aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms.

Main Results:

Histopathology confirmed a true venous aneurysm in the presented case.
Literature review identified 22 superficial venous aneurysms and 9 upper extremity pseudoaneurysms.
Duplex ultrasonography is the primary diagnostic tool.

Conclusions:

Surgical excision is the preferred treatment for superficial venous aneurysms.
Sclerotherapy and endovenous ablation are potential alternatives.
Increased clinical awareness and research are crucial for evidence-based management.