Common femoral artery aneurysm

Case contributed by Zeeshan Ghias Khan
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Platient presented with swelling in right inguinal region and had history of femoral catheterization two months back.

Patient Data

Age: 42
Gender: Male
ultrasound

Right common femoral artery aneurysm showing yin-yang sign on color Doppler interrogation.

Case Discussion

Femoral artery pseudoaneurysms are commonly seen in the setting of previous femoral artery catheterization although other causes such as trauma are also related. 

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