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Unilateral anterior jugular phlebectasia
The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|April 1, 1994
Summary
This report details a rare case of anterior jugular venous phlebectasia, a condition causing neck swelling during straining. This is the first documented instance of this specific venous abnormality.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Vascular Malformations
- Neck Anatomy
Background:
- Jugular venous phlebectasia, a dilation of the jugular vein, is uncommon.
- Previous reports have focused on internal and external jugular vein involvement.
Observation:
- An 82-year-old female presented with a soft, cystic neck lump.
- The lump enlarged with straining and the Valsalva maneuver, indicating venous pressure changes.
Findings:
- The case presents unilateral anterior jugular venous phlebectasia.
- This is the first reported instance of phlebectasia specifically affecting the anterior jugular vein.
Implications:
- This case expands the known spectrum of jugular venous phlebectasia.
- Highlights the importance of considering anterior jugular vein abnormalities in neck mass evaluations.