Incidental neck mass in a young adult: A case report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

While true extracranial internal carotid aneurysms (tECAAs) are extremely rare and often asymptomatic, they can lead to serious complications including rupture, thrombosis or embolization. Surgery has been the standard, even in asymptomatic patients, due to safety and long-term outcomes. However, advancements in technology have introduced endovascular interventions and observation as options.

Presentation of case

A 32-year-old obese man presented with sudden right-sided facial numbness lasting 3 h. Personal, family, social and trauma history were unremarkable. Cardiac and neurological examinations were normal. Imaging revealed a non-flow-limiting stenosis and a left internal carotid saccular artery aneurysm (15 × 16 mm). After considering the pros and cons of ea

SUBMITTER: Lincango EP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11483307 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature