Trauma-induced large true superficial femoral artery aneurysm: A case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A femoral aneurysm is a weakness and bulging in the femoral artery wall located in the thigh. Femoral aneurysms can burst, which may cause uncontrolled bleeding and life-threatening conditions. The aneurysm may also cause a blood clot, showering emboli, potentially resulting in leg ischemia and amputation.

Case report

A 49-year-old man with hypertension presented significant swelling in his right thigh. The patient had a history of surgery for arteriovenous fistula repair. The arteriovenous fistula in the thigh was caused by a bullet injury during the war. Diagnosis of the superficial femoral artery aneurysm was determined using magnetic resonance angiogram. The aneurysm was surgically excised and a prosthetic vascular graft was inserted.

Discussion

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SUBMITTER: Al-Faham FSM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7272507 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature