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Multiple aneurysms of the internal thoracic artery
C P Connery1, S F Cramer, D Cheeran
1Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY 10025, USA.
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|June 1, 1995
Summary
Multiple nontraumatic aneurysms of the internal thoracic artery are uncommon. This case highlights their asymptomatic presentation as a density on chest X-rays, with operative findings and pathology reviewed.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Thoracic Medicine
Background:
- Nontraumatic aneurysms of the internal thoracic artery are exceedingly rare vascular conditions.
- The internal thoracic artery, crucial for chest wall and mediastinal blood supply, is an unusual site for aneurysm formation.
Observation:
- A case is presented where multiple aneurysms of the right internal thoracic artery were incidentally discovered.
- The aneurysms manifested as an asymptomatic density on a routine chest radiograph.
Findings:
- Operative findings confirmed the presence of multiple right internal thoracic artery aneurysms.
- Pathological examination provided insights into the nature of these rare vascular lesions.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare vascular pathologies in the differential diagnosis of incidental thoracic findings.
- Understanding the presentation and pathology of internal thoracic artery aneurysms can aid in timely diagnosis and management.
- Further research into the etiology and optimal management strategies for these rare aneurysms is warranted.