Iatrogenic breast pseudoaneurysm in a lactating female: A rare breast emergency treated with ultrasound guided thrombin administration

Radiol Case Rep. 2024 Mar 28;19(6):2411-2417. doi: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.03.010. eCollection 2024 Jun.

Abstract

Pseudoaneurysm development is a well-recognized consequence of arterial injury, frequently observed in procedures involving arterial groin access. Breast emergencies are infrequent but need prompt attention. We present a notable case of breast pseudoaneurysm postcore needle biopsy, incidentally, identified through subsequent magnetic resonance imaging. Remarkably, the patient's lactating status emerged as a unique risk factor. Our report thoroughly explores the pathogenesis, etiology, preventive measures, and treatment strategies specific to breast pseudoaneurysms. A comprehensive understanding of this phenomenon is essential for radiologists at large, with particular importance for specialists in breast imaging.

Keywords: Breast; Breast Biopsy; Lactation; Pseudoaneurysm.

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