Vertebral artery transection from blunt trauma treated by embolization.

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Trauma Surgery
• Interventional Radiology

Background:

• Vertebral artery transection due to blunt trauma is an infrequent clinical presentation.
• Prompt diagnosis and effective management are critical for patient outcomes.

Observation:

• This case report details a rare instance of vertebral artery transection resulting from blunt force trauma.
• Clinical suspicion necessitated diagnostic angiography.

Findings:

• Angiography confirmed the vertebral artery transection.
• Hemostasis was successfully achieved using coil embolization during angiography.
• This represents a novel application of coil embolization for managing vertebral artery transection.

Implications:

• Highlights the diagnostic utility of angiography in suspected vertebral artery injuries.
• Introduces coil embolization as a potentially effective endovascular treatment for vertebral artery transection.
• Suggests a new therapeutic option for managing rare but severe vascular trauma.