Pseudoaneurysms: Different ultrasound patterns, aetiologies and locations

Australas J Ultrasound Med. 2023 Jul 27;26(4):258-266. doi: 10.1002/ajum.12348. eCollection 2023 Nov.

Abstract

Pseudoaneurysms are frequent vascular anomalies. This review article aims to describe the unique specific aspect of pseudoaneurysm (PSA) that allows to make the diagnosis using different modalities: colour Doppler ultrasound, computed tomographic angiography, magnetic resonance angiography and conventional angiography. It is essential to know the various aetiologies of PSA: iatrogenic, traumatic, dissecting and anastomotic; different locations and the possible complications, information to help clinicians choose the best treatment. Our review is supported by illustrated series of cases.

Keywords: endovascular; pseudoaneurysm; ultrasound; vascular disease.

Publication types

  • Review