Popliteal artery aneurysm

Case contributed by Chia Wei Oh
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Right leg pallor and pulseless

Patient Data

Age: Adult
Gender: Male
ct

This CTA demonstrates a fusiform aneurysm of the right popliteal artery.

Prostatomegaly is also noted indenting on the base of the bladder.

Case Discussion

Patient subsequently underwent femoral-popliteal bypass surgery. It is very important to diagnose popliteal artery aneurysm as it can cause significant thrombotic complication. It is the most common form of peripheral arterial aneurysm.

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