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High aortic bifurcation with an extremely short left common iliac artery
1Department of Radiology, Idil State Hospital, 73300 Idil, Sirnak Türkiye.
Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
|August 6, 2026
Summary
A rare congenital arterial variation, a high abdominal aortic bifurcation, was found in a 17-year-old male. This anatomical anomaly involved a short left common iliac artery and unusual iliac artery positioning.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Anatomy
- Radiology
- Congenital Anomalies
Background:
- Anatomical variations in the abdominal aorta and iliac arteries are uncommon.
- Understanding these variations is crucial for surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of congenital arterial variation involving the abdominal aortic bifurcation.
- To describe the specific anatomical features identified via computed tomography.
Main Methods:
- A 17-year-old male patient underwent abdominal computed tomography (CT).
- Imaging analysis focused on the abdominal aorta, common iliac arteries, and their bifurcation pattern.
Main Results:
- A high abdominal aortic bifurcation was observed at the L3 vertebral body's inferior margin.
- A short left common iliac artery bifurcated superiorly at the L4 vertebral body.
- The left internal and external iliac arteries exhibited close anterior apposition over the L4-L5 vertebral bodies.
Conclusions:
- This case highlights a unique congenital variation in the terminal aorta and iliac arteries.
- Accurate identification of such anomalies is essential for preventing potential complications during interventions.
Keywords:
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