Basilar artery occlusion in multiple trauma: case report

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Vascular Neurology
• Neuroscience

Background:

• Cerebrovascular events can occur following trauma.
• Delayed arterial occlusion is a rare but serious complication.

Observation:

• A patient experienced delayed occlusion of the basilar artery (BA) after an automobile accident.
• Angiography confirmed thromboembolic occlusion of the BA.

Findings:

• The clinical and temporal profile of BA occlusion was documented.
• Thrombosis propagation and distal embolization in the vertebral artery led to brain stem infarction.

Implications:

• This case highlights the potential for delayed thromboembolic events after trauma.
• Understanding the temporal profile is crucial for managing post-traumatic cerebrovascular complications.