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A Rat Carotid Artery Pressure-Controlled Segmental Balloon Injury with Periadventitial Therapeutic Application
Published on: July 9, 2020
Pseudoaneurysm arteria carotis.
Summary
A 90-year-old patient
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Interventional Radiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- A 90-year-old male presented with a progressively enlarging neck mass.
- The mass was diagnosed as a pseudoaneurysm at the right common carotid artery bifurcation.
- Patient had a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the successful endovascular management of a large carotid artery pseudoaneurysm.
- To discuss the potential infectious etiology of the pseudoaneurysm.
Main Methods:
- Diagnosis confirmed by ultrasound and CT angiography.
- Endovascular repair using a stent graft.
- Simultaneous embolization of the external carotid artery.
- Procedure performed via the right common femoral artery.
Main Results:
- Complete exclusion of the pseudoaneurysm achieved.
- Significant regression of the neck mass observed.
- No neurological complications occurred post-procedure.
- Blood cultures positive for Staphylococcus aureus, suggesting an infectious origin.
Conclusions:
- Endovascular treatment is a viable option for carotid artery pseudoaneurysms.
- Infectious etiology should be considered in cases of pseudoaneurysm without clear trauma or intervention history.
- Multidisciplinary approach is crucial for optimal patient management.
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