A carotid bifurcation pseudoaneurysm treated endovascularly in a patient with irradiated neck

Vasa. 2019 Mar;48(2):193-195. doi: 10.1024/0301-1526/a000748. Epub 2018 Sep 28.

Abstract

A carotid artery pseudoaneurysm in an irradiated neck is a rare entity with possible devastating results and management should be multidisciplinary. We present a successful endovascular treatment of a late carotid artery pseudoaneurysm following patch endarterectomy and cervical radiotherapy.

Keywords: Pseudoaneurysm; carotid artery; neck irradiation..

MeSH terms

  • Aneurysm, False*
  • Carotid Artery Injuries*
  • Carotid Artery, Common
  • Carotid Artery, Internal
  • Endarterectomy
  • Humans