True popliteal aneurysm presenting with acute limb ischemia and deep venous thrombosis: Report of a case

Erdil N., Nisanoglu V., Eroǧlu T., FANSA İ., Cihan H. B., Battaloglu B.

American Journal of Case Reports, cilt.9, ss.310-312, 2008 (Scopus) identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 9
  • Basım Tarihi: 2008
  • Dergi Adı: American Journal of Case Reports
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Scopus
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.310-312
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Aneurysm, Critical limb ischemia, Deep vein thrombosis, Operative, Popliteal artery, Surgical procedures
  • Hatay Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Background: True popliteal aneurysm complicated with distal arterial embolization and popliteal vein thrombosis is rare. Case Report: We report a case of a 26-year-old male with popliteal artery aneurysm who presented with two major complication related to the aneurysm; distal arterial embolization and popliteal vein thrombosis. He was treated successfully by vein graft interposition and anticoagulation therapy. Conclusions: This case suggests popliteal aneurysm may cause concurrent limb-threatening complications such as acute leg ischemia and deep venous thrombosis. © The American Journal of Case Report.