Endovascular treatment of multiple anomalous splenic artery aneurysms in a Jehovah witness

G Chir. 2013 Jan-Feb;34(1-2):42-5.

Abstract

Purpose: The present report describes a full endovascular treatment of a multiple anomalous (Splenic artery aneurysms) SAA with combination of coils embolization and proximal occlusion of the splenic artery with the Amplatzer vascular plug.

Case report: A 53-year-old Jehovah witness woman presented with multiple aneurysms arising from an anomalous splenic artery. An endovascular treatment was performed by implantation of multiple coils and an Amplatzer Vascular Plug. A CT scan 2 months after the procedure showed complete thrombosis of the aneurysms.

Discussion: Aneurysms involving an anomalous or aberrant splenic artery are rarely reported in the literature. Their surgical treatment involves potential difficulties as a consequence of anatomical position and vascular anomalies. A fully endovascular technique can be much more attractive compared to any surgical management, providing an effective and minimally invasive option.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aneurysm / surgery*
  • Endovascular Procedures*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Jehovah's Witnesses*
  • Middle Aged
  • Splenic Artery / surgery*