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Ogikubo Y, Osumi S, Hosaka S, Fukagawa K, Ono S. Exposure of an obstructed splenic artery aneurysm stent into the duodenum. Endoscopy 2025; 57:E370-E371. [PMID: 40328330 PMCID: PMC12055428 DOI: 10.1055/a-2582-4085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/08/2025]
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- Yutaka Ogikubo
- Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Tokyo Metropolitan Geriatric Hospital and Institute of Gerontology Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Tokyo Metropolitan Geriatric Hospital and Institute of Gerontology Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Tokyo Metropolitan Geriatric Hospital and Institute of Gerontology Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Tokyo Metropolitan Geriatric Hospital and Institute of Gerontology Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Tokyo Metropolitan Geriatric Hospital and Institute of Gerontology Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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Leone N, Migliari M, Baresi GF, Gennai S. Visceral artery aneurysms: A shred of light on rare entities. Scand J Surg 2025:14574969251321936. [PMID: 40091578 DOI: 10.1177/14574969251321936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/19/2025]
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Visceral artery aneurysms (VAAs) and pseudoaneurysms are rare but clinically significant vascular pathologies with potentially fatal complications including rupture. VAAs are often asymptomatic and frequently discovered incidentally during imaging performed for unrelated reasons. Their pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and management vary based on the etiology, anatomical location, and patient-specific factors. The prognosis for conservatively managed VAAs is generally favorable, with slow growth rates and low rupture risks. However, pseudoaneurysms, often associated with trauma or pancreatitis, carry a much higher rupture risk and typically require early intervention, regardless of size. Endovascular techniques have progressively replaced open surgery as the preferred treatment approach due to lower complication rates and comparable long-term outcomes. However, current knowledge is biased by the scarcity of high-quality evidence regarding the natural history, rupture risk, and optimal management of VAAs and pseudoaneurysms, largely due to the rarity of these conditions. Consequently, different international societies have provided recommendations with low strength and, in some cases, conflicting indications.
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- Nicola Leone
- Department of Vascular Surgery Ospedale Civile di Baggiovara Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Modena University of Modena and Reggio Emilia Via Giardini 1355 41126 Modena Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Ospedale Civile di Baggiovara, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Modena, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Ospedale Civile di Baggiovara, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Modena, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Ospedale Civile di Baggiovara, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Modena, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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Ganbold K, Jang Y, Mukhtar Y, Ko GY, Gwon JG, Han Y, Cho YP. Factors predicting asymptomatic splenic artery aneurysm expansion in patients managed conservatively: A single-center, retrospective, observational study. Medicine (Baltimore) 2025; 104:e41418. [PMID: 39889172 PMCID: PMC11789857 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000041418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2024] [Revised: 12/30/2024] [Accepted: 01/15/2025] [Indexed: 02/02/2025] Open
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Although splenic artery aneurysms (SAAs) are relatively rare in the general population, they represent the most prevalent type among visceral artery aneurysms. This study aimed to identify predictors of SAA expansion during follow-up and to contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the natural history of SAAs. This single-center, retrospective, observational study included 137 patients with SAAs who were managed conservatively with computed tomography follow-up for a minimum of 1 year. The primary outcome was sac expansion, defined as any increase in the maximum sac diameter (≥1 mm) observed on follow-up computed tomography. The relationships between clinical variables and SAA expansion were examined. The incidence of SAA expansion was 35.0% (48/137). Eligible patients were categorized into 2 groups: the no-change (n = 89, 65.0%) and expansion (n = 48, 35.0%) groups. The 2 groups did not exhibit significant differences in demographic characteristics or risk factors, except for a higher likelihood of current smoking and portal hypertension in the expansion group. The prevalence of SAA wall calcification was notably higher in the no-change group (41/89 [46.1%] vs 8/48 [16.7%]; P < .01). Multivariable Cox proportional hazards modeling revealed that SAA expansion was more likely to occur in current smokers (hazard ratio [HR], 4.34 [95% confidence interval [CI], 1.41-13.34]; P = .01) and in those with an initial maximum SAA diameter >14 mm (HR, 3.13 [95% CI, 1.61-6.08]; P < .01), but expansion was less likely to occur in patients with SAA wall calcification (HR, 0.27 [95% CI, 0.12-0.61]; P < .01). SAA expansion was associated with wall calcification and initial maximum SAA diameters >14 mm. Further larger-scale studies are required to ascertain risk factors for rapid expansion, which could ultimately identify which categories of patients benefit most from early prophylactic intervention.
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- Khaliun Ganbold
- Department of Surgery, University of Ulsan College of Medicine and Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, University of Inje College of Medicine, Ilsan Paik Hospital, Goyang, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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- Department of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine and Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, University of Ulsan College of Medicine and Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, University of Ulsan College of Medicine and Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, University of Ulsan College of Medicine and Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Łajczak PM, Jóźwik K. Beyond the Band-Aid: Robot-Assisted Laparoscopy for Splenic Aneurysms-A Systematic Review. Ann Vasc Surg 2024; 109:55-62. [PMID: 39009124 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2024.05.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2024] [Revised: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024]
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BACKGROUND Splenic artery aneurysm (SAA) is characterized by a weakening and bulging of splenic artery. Robot-assisted (RA) laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique. This systematic review aimed to assess the use of RA laparoscopic surgery to manage SAA. METHODS Five medical databases were used to identify studies that investigated the use of robotic devices in laparoscopic SAA management in humans. Original peer-reviewed articles were included. Two authors independently screened articles and extracted data on factors including patient demographics, surgical procedures, and outcomes. RESULTS The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses search identified 7 studies with a total of 28 patients who underwent RA laparoscopic surgery for SAA. The studies reported successful surgeries using various techniques, including end-to-end anastomosis, ligation, and graft placement. 3-dimensional printed models were used in 1 study as an aid for preoperative surgery planning. Mean operation time was 210 minutes, and 3 complications were reported (robotic arm failure during surgery and 2 conversions to open surgery). CONCLUSIONS RA laparoscopic surgery offers several advantages more than traditional open surgery for SAA management. However, more research is needed to confirm these potential benefits and establish RA laparoscopic surgery as a standard treatment option for SAA. Future studies should involve larger patient groups, compare this method to traditional techniques, and evaluate its cost-effectiveness. Additionally, incorporating advancements like mixed reality for preoperative planning and 3D printing to improve surgical planning and patient communication.
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- Paweł Marek Łajczak
- Zbigniew Religa Student Scientific Club at Department of Biophysics, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland.
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- Zbigniew Religa Student Scientific Club at Department of Biophysics, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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Suneetha N, Poojari M, Pratheema S, Vidya B, Indushekhar S, Swamy S, Belliappa MS. Gastroduodenal artery pseudoaneursym in Carcinoma Pancreas post SBRT. Pancreatology 2024; 24:1208-1210. [PMID: 39216996 DOI: 10.1016/j.pan.2024.08.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2024] [Revised: 08/21/2024] [Accepted: 08/24/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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- N Suneetha
- Department of Radiation Oncology, HCG Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mahatma Gandhi Cancer Centre, Miraj, Maharashtra, India.
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, HCG Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, HCG Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, HCG Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis, HCG Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, HCG Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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Frey S, Bentellis I, Sedat J, Poirier F, Baque P, Massalou D. Contained hepatic vascular injuries following liver trauma: a retrospective monocentric study and review of the literature. Int J Surg 2024; 110:6484-6492. [PMID: 38963726 PMCID: PMC11487034 DOI: 10.1097/js9.0000000000001827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/06/2024]
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BACKGROUND Over the past 30 years, there has been a major shift in the management of liver trauma. Contained hepatic vascular injuries (CHVI), including pseudoaneurysms and arteriovenous fistulas, are often feared because of the risk of secondary hemorrhage. However, little is known about CHVI. There are no guidelines for their management. Our aim was to validate the risk factors for CHVI, to identify the associated morbidities, and to establish a management protocol. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective study of 318 liver trauma cases from a level 1 trauma center over the past 15 years, comparing the presence or absence of CHVI. Univariable and multivariable analyses were conducted. The treatment used to manage CHVI was also compared. RESULTS Liver trauma with the following characteristics, AAST grade ≥III, bilateral injuries, and laceration-type lesions, were associated with a higher risk of CHVI. Grade AAST ≥III and bilateral injuries were confirmed in a multivariable study with odds ratios as high as 4.0 and 3.5, respectively. CHVI was associated with significantly more delayed bleeding and controlled computed tomography. After analyzing the noninterventional management of CHVI less than 2 cm, a management algorithm is proposed. CONCLUSIONS This retrospective unicentric study and literature review provide additional insight into the patient profile at risk for developing CHVI, its associated morbidity, and its management.
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- Sébastien Frey
- Department of Emergency Surgery, Hospital of Pasteur 2, University Hospital of Nice
- University of Cote d’Azur
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- University of Cote d’Azur
- Department of Urology, Hospital Pasteur 2, University Hospital of Nice
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Hospital Pasteur 2, University Hospital of Nice
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- University of Cote d’Azur
- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Hospital Pasteur 2, University Hospital of Nice, Nice
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Hospital of Pasteur 2, University Hospital of Nice
- University of Cote d’Azur
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Hospital of Pasteur 2, University Hospital of Nice
- University of Cote d’Azur
- Applied Biomechanical Laboratory, UMRT24, Université Gustave Eiffel, Aix-Marseille University, Marseille, France
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Rinaldi V, Illuminati G, Caronna R, Prezioso G, Palumbo P, Saullo P, D’Andrea V, Nardi P. The Definition, Diagnosis, and Management of Giant Splenic Artery Aneurysms and Pseudoaneurysms: A Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2024; 13:5793. [PMID: 39407852 PMCID: PMC11477110 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13195793] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2024] [Revised: 09/20/2024] [Accepted: 09/24/2024] [Indexed: 10/20/2024] Open
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Background/Objectives: Giant splenic artery aneurysms (SAAs) and pseudoaneurysms (SAPs) represent rare conditions, characterized by a diameter greater than or equal to 5 cm. The risk of rupture is increased compared to common SAAs and SAPs, necessitating urgent treatments to prevent it. Methods: This systematic review was conducted through a comprehensive search involving the PubMed, Google Scholar, and Scopus databases. A total of 82 patients and 65 articles were included in the analysis. For each patient, we investigated age, sex, symptoms, comorbidities, the presence of a true or a false aneurysm, the dimensional criteria used to define dilations as giant aneurysms or pseudoaneurysms, the dimension of the two greatest diameters, imaging studies, surgical treatment, post-operative length of stay (LOS), and post-operative follow-up. Results: The results revealed a similar incidence in both genders (43 males vs. 39 females) with a median age of 55.79 years. The most frequently described symptom was pain (59.76%). Thirteen cases were false aneurysms and 69 were true aneurysms. The mean greatest diameter was 9.90 cm. The CT scan was the most utilized imaging study (80.49%). Open, endovascular, and hybrid surgery were performed in 47, 26, and 9 patients, respectively, with complication rates of 14.89%, 23.08%, and 22.22% occurring for each treatment. The post-operative LOS was 12.29 days, 2.36 days, and 5 days, respectively. The median follow-up was 17.28 months overall. No recanalization was observed after endovascular procedures during the follow-up period. Conclusions: The dimensional criterion to define SAAs and SAPs as giant was most frequently that at least one diameter was ≥ 5 cm. The CT scan was the most frequently utilized radiological study to diagnose giant SAAs and SAPs. Finally, endovascular procedures, open surgeries, and hybrid treatments presented similar post-operative complication rates. The post-operative LOS was lower for the endovascular group, and the follow-up period did not show aneurysm recanalization in any patients.
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- Valerio Rinaldi
- Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Viale Regina Elena 324, 00161 Rome, Italy; (G.I.); (R.C.); (G.P.); (P.P.); (P.S.); (V.D.)
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- Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Viale Regina Elena 324, 00161 Rome, Italy; (G.I.); (R.C.); (G.P.); (P.P.); (P.S.); (V.D.)
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Talaie R, Torkian P, Spano A, Mahjoubnia A, Flanagan SM, Rosenberg M, Lin J, Golzarian J, Shrestha P. Comparative Efficacy and Safety of Self-Expandable vs. Balloon-Expandable Stent Grafts in Visceral Artery Aneurysm Management. Diagnostics (Basel) 2024; 14:1695. [PMID: 39125571 PMCID: PMC11311521 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics14151695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2024] [Revised: 07/06/2024] [Accepted: 07/30/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
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PURPOSE This study assesses the efficacy and safety of self-expandable (SE) versus balloon-expandable (BE) stent grafts for managing visceral artery aneurysms (VAAs), focusing on procedural success and complication rates. MATERIALS AND METHODS We conducted a retrospective analysis of VAA patients treated at our institution from April 2006 to September 2021. The study reviewed patient demographics, aneurysm characteristics, treatment details, and outcomes, including endoleaks. RESULTS Among the 23 patients analyzed, splenic artery aneurysms represented 44% of cases. Fifteen patients were treated with balloon-expandable stent grafts (BE SGs), and eight patients were treated with self-expandable stent grafts (SE SGs). For saccular aneurysms, the average neck size was 10.10 ± 8.70 mm in the BE group versus 18.50 ± 3.40 mm in the SE group (p = 0.23), with an average sac size of 20.10 ± 18.9 mm in the BE group versus 15.60 ± 12.7 mm in the SE group (p = 0.16). The average sac-to-neck ratio was 1.69 ± 2.23 in the BE group versus 1.38 ± 0.33 in the SE group (p = 0.63). The BE group exhibited a significantly higher endoleak rate (60%) compared to the SE group (12.5%; p = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS While further investigation is needed to fully assess the outcomes of stent graft treatment for VAAs, initial data show a significantly higher endoleak rate with BE SGs compared to SE SGs. The SE SGs may offer better outcomes due to their superior ability to conform to tortuous and mobile visceral arteries.
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- Reza Talaie
- Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211, USA
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- Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211, USA
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- Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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Rebelo A, Ronellenfitsch U, Partsakhashvili J, Kleeff J, John E, Ukkat J. Visceral Aneurysms: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Endovascular Versus Open Repair. Angiology 2024; 75:546-555. [PMID: 36915266 DOI: 10.1177/00033197231164286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION PROSPERO ID 348699.
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- Artur Rebelo
- Department of Visceral, Vascular and Endocrine Surgery, University Hospital Halle (Saale), Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Department of Visceral, Vascular and Endocrine Surgery, University Hospital Halle (Saale), Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Department of Visceral, Vascular and Endocrine Surgery, University Hospital Halle (Saale), Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Department of Visceral, Vascular and Endocrine Surgery, University Hospital Halle (Saale), Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Department of Visceral, Vascular and Endocrine Surgery, University Hospital Halle (Saale), Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Department of Visceral, Vascular and Endocrine Surgery, University Hospital Halle (Saale), Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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An TJ, Chen X, Omar OMF, Sutphin PD, Irani Z, Wehrenberg-Klee E, Iqbal S, Kalva SP. The Natural History of Splenic Artery Aneurysms: Factors That Predict Aneurysm Growth. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2024; 35:972-978. [PMID: 38663514 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2024.04.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Revised: 03/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 06/25/2024] Open
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PURPOSE To examine the natural history of splenic artery aneurysms (SAAs) at a single institution and assess the effect of patient factors and aneurysm characteristics on aneurysm growth. MATERIALS AND METHODS This single-center retrospective study included patients with SAAs who underwent serial imaging over 30 years (1990-2020). Data regarding patient demographics and aneurysm characteristics were collected. The variables contributing to aneurysm growth were assessed using nonparametric tests for continuous variables and chi-square test for categorical variables. Multivariable linear regression was performed using aneurysm growth rate as a continuous dependent variable. RESULTS A total of 132 patients were included in this study. The median maximum diameter of the SAAs was 15.8 mm (range, 4.0-50.0 mm). Growth over time was observed in 39% of the aneurysms, whereas the remaining 61% were stable in size. Of aneurysms that increased in size, the median aneurysm growth rate was 0.60 mm/y (range, 0.03-5.00 mm/y). Maximum aneurysm diameter of >2 cm and the presence of >50% mural thrombus were significant positive predictors for aneurysm growth (P = .020 and P = .022, respectively). Greater than 50% rim calcification was a significant negative predictor for aneurysm growth (P = .009) in multivariate analysis. CONCLUSIONS A larger baseline SAA size, presence of mural thrombus, and lack of rim calcification are associated with increased aneurysm growth rate.
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- Thomas J An
- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts.
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Troisi N, Bertagna G, Tomei F, Adami D, Cioni R, Perrone O, Juszczak M, Berchiolli R. Long-term Outcome Comparison of 2 Techniques for Embolization of Splenic Artery Aneurysms. J Endovasc Ther 2024:15266028241255531. [PMID: 38813950 DOI: 10.1177/15266028241255531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
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PURPOSE The aim of the study is to analyze our single-center experience in endovascular treatment of splenic artery aneurysms (SAAs) with transcatheter coil embolization, comparing long-term outcomes of packing and sandwich techniques. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between January 2010 and December 2021, 28 patients with certain diagnosis of non-ruptured asymptomatic SAA were treated with 2 different embolization techniques (packing, n=10, and sandwich, n=18). Early outcomes assessed were technical success, overall mortality, mean hospital stay, post-embolization syndrome rate, and freedom from splenectomy rate. Estimated 5-year outcomes in terms of freedom from sac reperfusion, and freedom from reintervention were evaluated and compared between the 2 different embolization techniques. RESULTS The mean SAA diameter was 2.8±0.8 cm. Overall technical success rate was 100%. Intraoperative and 30-day mortality rates were 0 in both groups. One patient in the sandwich group required a postoperative splenectomy. The mean follow-up period was 58.3±44.5 months. Estimated overall 5-year survival was 86.7%. Five-year freedom from sac reperfusion was 100% in the sandwich group, and 85.7% in the packing group, with no difference between the 2 groups (p=0.131), whereas freedom from reintervention was 100% in the sandwich group, and 75% in the packing group with a statistically significant difference (p=0.049; log-rank=3.750). CONCLUSIONS Embolization of SAAs seemed to be safe and effective with 100% of technical success rate and good perioperative results. Both sandwich and packing techniques yielded promising results also in the long-term period. CLINICAL IMPACT Transcatheter coil embolization of splenic artery aneurysms seems to be a safe and effective procedure with a 100% technical success and satisfactory perioperative outcomes. Sandwich and packing techniques offer good results in the long-term period. Freedom from reintervention seems to be optimal and comparable between the 2 techniques.
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- Nicola Troisi
- Vascular Surgery Unit, Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Vascular Surgery Unit, Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Vascular Surgery Unit, Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Vascular Surgery Unit, Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- Vascular Surgery Unit, Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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Yang M, Fahel A, Pohlman T, Donepudi R, Zafar S. When Ascites Is Not Ascites! Cureus 2024; 16:e60868. [PMID: 38910669 PMCID: PMC11192427 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.60868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/25/2024] Open
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Patients presenting with ascites should be properly evaluated to differentiate potential etiologies. Then, based on the evaluation, we can tailor more accurate treatment plans for patients. Cirrhosis is the most common cause, and others include cancer, heart failure, and, in our case, rarely a visceral artery rupture. Rupture of the splenic artery aneurysm can be lethal and should be considered as a possible differential in a patient with no previous history of heart failure, cancer, or cirrhosis. Our patient was identified after an initial misdiagnosis of possible ascites secondary to cirrhosis. However, input from an interventional radiologist led to proper identification and tailored management. Early treatment is crucial to prevent complications, including death.
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- Mei Yang
- Internal Medicine, St. Luke's Hospital, Chesterfield, USA
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- Internal Medicine, St. Luke's Hospital, Chesterfield, USA
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- Internal Medicine, St. Luke's Hospital, Chesterfield, USA
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- Internal Medicine, St. Luke's Hospital, Chesterfield, USA
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, St. Luke's Hospital, Chesterfield, USA
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Zhang J, Ratner M, Harish KB, Speranza G, Hartwell CA, Rao A, Garg K, Maldonado T, Sadek M, Jacobowitz G, Rockman C. The natural history and long-term follow-up of splenic artery aneurysms. J Vasc Surg 2024; 79:801-807.e3. [PMID: 38081394 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2023.11.065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2023] [Revised: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Although splenic artery aneurysms (SAAs) are the most common visceral aneurysm, there is a paucity of literature on the behavior of these entities. The objective of this study was to review the natural history of patients with SAA. METHODS This single-institution, retrospective analysis studied patients with SAA diagnosed by computed tomography imaging between 2015 and 2019, identified by our institutional radiology database. Imaging, demographic, and clinical data were obtained via the electronic medical record. The growth rate was calculated for patients with radiologic follow-up. RESULTS The cohort consisted of 853 patients with 890 SAAs, of whom 692 were female (81.2%). There were 37 women (5.3%) of childbearing age (15-50 years). The mean age at diagnosis was 70.9 years (range: 28-100 years). Frequently observed medical comorbidities included hypertension (70.2%), hypercholesterolemia (54.7%), and prior smoking (32.2%). Imaging indications included abdominal pain (37.3%), unrelated follow-up (28.0%), and follow-up of a previously noted visceral artery aneurysm (8.6%). The mean diameter at diagnosis was 13.3 ± 6.3 mm. Anatomic locations included the splenic hilum (36.0%), distal splenic artery (30.3%), midsplenic artery (23.9%), and proximal splenic artery (9.7%). Radiographically, the majority were saccular aneurysms (72.4%) with calcifications (88.5%). One patient (38-year-old woman) was initially diagnosed at the time of rupture of a 25 mm aneurysm; this patient underwent immediate endovascular intervention with no complications. The mean clinical follow-up among 812 patients was 4.1 ± 4.0 years, and the mean radiological follow-up among 514 patients was 3.8 ± 6.8 years. Of the latter, 122 patients (23.7%) experienced growth. Aneurysm growth rates for initial sizes <10 mm (n = 123), 10 to 19 mm (n = 353), 20 to 29 mm (n = 34), and >30 mm (n = 4) were 0.166 mm/y, 0.172 mm/y, 0.383 mm/y, and 0.246 mm/y, respectively. Of the entire cohort, 27 patients (3.2%) eventually underwent intervention (81.5% endovascular), with the most common indications including size/growth criteria (70.4%) and symptom development (18.5%). On multivariate analysis, only prior tobacco use was significantly associated with aneurysm growth (P = .028). CONCLUSIONS The majority of SAAs in this cohort remained stable in size, with few patients requiring intervention over a mean follow-up of 4 years. Current guidelines recommending treatment of asymptomatic aneurysms >30 mm appear appropriate given their slow progression. Despite societal recommendations for intervention for all SAAs among women of childbearing age, only a minority underwent vascular surgical consultation and intervention in this series, indicating that these recommendations are likely not well known in the general medical community.
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- Jason Zhang
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Department of Radiology, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, NY.
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Boukobza M, Raffoul R, Rebibo L, Khalil A, Laissy JP. Splenic Artery Infectious Aneurysms in Infective Endocarditis - An Observational Study and Comprehensive Literature Review. Ann Vasc Surg 2024; 99:389-399. [PMID: 37918659 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2023.09.067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Revised: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND To determine the prevalence, the clinical and radiological features, associated factors, treatment, and outcome of splenic artery aneurysms (SAAs) in infective endocarditis (IE). METHODS We retrospectively reviewed 474 consecutive patients admitted to our institution with definite IE (2005-2020). RESULTS Six patients had SAAs (1.3%; 3 women; mean age: 50 years). In all cases, the diagnosis was obtained by abdominal computed tomography angiography (CTA). SAAs-IE were solitary and saccular with a mean diameter of 30 mm (range: 10-90 mm). SAAs-IE were intrasplenic (n = 4) or hilar (n = 2). Streptococcus spp. were the predominant organisms (n = 4). In all cases, a left-sided native valve was involved (aortic, n = 3; mitral, n = 2; mitral-aortic, n = 1). SAAs were silent in half patients and were revealed by abdominal pain (n = 2) and by the resurgence of fever after cardiac surgery (n = 1). All patients underwent emergent valve replacement. One patient died within 24 hr from multiorgan failure. For the others, uneventful coil embolization was performed in 4 patients after valve replacement (3 diagnosed early and 1 at 8 weeks). In the remaining patient, SAA-IE diagnosed at abdominal CTA at day 16, with complete resolution under appropriate antibiotherapy alone. CONCLUSIONS SAAs-IE are a rare occurrence that may be clinically silent. SAAs-IE can be intrasplenic or hilar in location. Endovascular treatment in this context was safe. According to current guidelines, radiologic screening by abdominal CTA allowed the detection of silent SAAs which could be managed by endovascular treatment to prevent rupture. The delayed formation of these SAAs could justify a CTA control at the end of antibiotherapy.
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- Monique Boukobza
- Department of Radiology, Bichat-Claude Bernard University Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France.
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Bichat-Claude Bernard University Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Department of Digestive, Esogastric and Bariatric Surgery, Bichat-Claude Bernard University Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Department of Radiology, Bichat-Claude Bernard University Hospital, Paris, France; Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France; Paris University, France
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- Department of Radiology, Bichat-Claude Bernard University Hospital, Paris, France; Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France; Paris University, France; INSERM U1148, Paris, France
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Pratesi C, Esposito D, Martini R, Novali C, Zaninelli A, Annese AL, Baggi P, Bellosta R, Bianchini Massoni C, Bonardelli S, Carriero S, Cervelli R, Chisci E, Cioni R, Corvino F, DE Cobelli F, Fanelli F, Fargion AT, Femia M, Freyrie A, Gaggiano A, Gallitto E, Gennai S, Giampalma E, Giurazza F, Grego F, Guazzarotti G, Ierardi AM, Kahlberg AL, Mascia D, Mezzetto L, Michelagnoli S, Nardelli F, Niola R, Lenti M, Perrone O, Piacentino F, Piffaretti G, Pulli R, Puntel G, Puppini G, Rossato D, Rossi M, Silingardi R, Sirignano P, Squizzato F, Tipaldi MA, Venturini M, Veraldi GF, Vizzuso A, Allievi S, Attisani L, Fino G, Ghirardini F, Manzo P, Migliari M, Steidler S, Miele V, Taurino M, Orso M, Cariati M. Guidelines on the diagnosis, treatment and management of visceral and renal arteries aneurysms: a joint assessment by the Italian Societies of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery (SICVE) and Medical and Interventional Radiology (SIRM). THE JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY 2024; 65:49-63. [PMID: 38037721 DOI: 10.23736/s0021-9509.23.12809-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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The objective of these Guidelines is to provide recommendations for the classification, indication, treatment and management of patients suffering from aneurysmal pathology of the visceral and renal arteries. The methodology applied was the GRADE-SIGN version, and followed the instructions of the AGREE quality of reporting checklist. Clinical questions, structured according to the PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparator, Outcome) model, were formulated, and systematic literature reviews were carried out according to them. Selected articles were evaluated through specific methodological checklists. Considered Judgments were compiled for each clinical question in which the characteristics of the body of available evidence were evaluated in order to establish recommendations. Overall, 79 clinical practice recommendations were proposed. Indications for treatment and therapeutic options were discussed for each arterial district, as well as follow-up and medical management, in both candidate patients for conservative therapy and patients who underwent treatment. The recommendations provided by these guidelines simplify and improve decision-making processes and diagnostic-therapeutic pathways of patients with visceral and renal arteries aneurysms. Their widespread use is recommended.
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- Carlo Pratesi
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy -
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- Department of Angiology, San Martino Hospital, Belluno, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, GVM Maria Pia Hospital, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, ASST Spedali Civili, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Fondazione Poliambulanza, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Fondazione IRCCS Cà Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, A.O.U. Pisana, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, S. Giovanni di Dio Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, A.O.U. Pisana, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, AORN Cardarelli, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Umberto I Mauriziano Hospital, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, S. Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Baggiovara Hospital, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital, Forlì, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, AORN Cardarelli, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Fondazione IRCCS Cà Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Città della Salute e della Scienza, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, AORN Cardarelli, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, S. Maria della Misericordia Hospital, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, A.O.U. Pisana, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Circolo Hospital, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Città della Salute e della Scienza, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Circolo Hospital, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital, Forlì, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Fondazione Poliambulanza, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Fondazione Poliambulanza, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, S. Maria della Misericordia Hospital, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Umberto I Mauriziano Hospital, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Baggiovara Hospital, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale dell'Umbria e delle Marche, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, Milan, Italy
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Fang G, Lu Y, Zou L, Wang Y, Fu W, Dong Z. Endovascular Strategies and Outcomes for Aberrant Splenic Artery Aneurysms. J Endovasc Ther 2024:15266028231224165. [PMID: 38197227 DOI: 10.1177/15266028231224165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Aberrant splenic artery aneurysms (ASAAs) located at the splenomesenteric trunk (SMT) and the celiacomesenteric trunk have a close anatomical relationship with the superior mesenteric artery (SMA). The aim of this study was to review our institutional experience of endovascular treatment for ASAAs and evaluate the long-term outcomes. METHODS A retrospective review of patients with ASAAs who underwent endovascular treatment between December 2006 and December 2022 was performed. The demographics of the patients, aneurysm characteristics, treatment strategies, perioperative and long-term outcomes, and complications were analyzed. RESULTS A total of 29 patients with ASAAs were endovascularly treated at our institution. The SMT variant occurred in the majority of the patients. All ASAAs were characterized by eccentric growth and extremely short inflow arteries. Only 1 patient's inflow artery of the aneurysm exceeded 1 cm in length. Thirteen patients were treated by coil embolization alone. Four patients received bare stent-assisted coil embolization. A combination of coil embolization and covered stent placement across the orifice of the aberrant splenic artery was performed in the remaining 12 cases. Coil migration into the SMA occurred in 2 patients during the operation. Technical success was achieved in all patients. With a median duration of 63 (34-101) months of follow-up, no intestinal ischemia, aneurysm-related death, aneurysm rupture, or sac enlargement occurred. Three cases of aneurysm sac reperfusion were observed, and 1 patient underwent reintervention with secondary embolization. Asymptomatic occlusion of the covered stent was detected in 1 patient at 2 years. CONCLUSIONS Endovascular treatment is a safe, effective, and durable option for ASAAs. Inflow embolization might be difficult to achieve in ASAAs and poses a high risk of coil migration into the SMA. Long-term observation indicates that reasonable use of the covered stent could achieve reliable inflow artery exclusion in ASAAs without intestinal complications. CLINICAL IMPACT Aberrant splenic artery aneurysm (ASAA) is an extremely rare entity. This study reported a large sample size of ASAAs treated by endovascular techniques with long-term follow-up. The ASAA was characterized by an extremely short inflow artery and a close anatomical relationship with the superior mesenteric artery (SMA). Endovascular treatment is a safe, effective, and durable option for ASAAs. Inflow embolization might be difficult to achieve in ASAAs and pose a high risk of coil migration into the SMA. Long-term observation indicates that reasonable use of the covered stent could achieve reliable inflow artery exclusion in ASAAs without intestinal complications.
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- Gang Fang
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Vascular Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Interventional Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Vascular Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Interventional Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Vascular Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Interventional Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Vascular Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Interventional Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Vascular Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Interventional Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Vascular Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Interventional Medicine, Shanghai, China
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Rossi M, Krokidis M, Kashef E, Peynircioglu B, Tipaldi MA. CIRSE Standards of Practice for the Endovascular Treatment of Visceral and Renal Artery Aneurysms and Pseudoaneurysms. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2024; 47:26-35. [PMID: 38030849 PMCID: PMC10770226 DOI: 10.1007/s00270-023-03620-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2022] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Endovascular treatment of visceral and renal artery aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms is an effective, minimally invasive treatment that has been successfully used since the early 1990s, with refined and expanded techniques and tools currently offering excellent outcomes. Due to increased detection of such lesions in recent years, many of which are asymptomatic, revision of the indications for intervention and the correct endovascular treatment approaches has become essential. PURPOSE This document will presume that the indication for treatment is clear and approved by the multidisciplinary team and will define the standards required for the performance of each intervention, as well as their relative advantages and limitations. CIRSE Standards of Practice documents are not intended to impose a standard of clinical patient care, but recommend a reasonable approach to, and best practices for, the performance of the endovascular treatment of visceral and renal artery aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms. METHODS The writing group was established by the CIRSE Standards of Practice Committee and consisted of five clinicians with internationally recognised expertise in endovascular treatments. The writing group reviewed the existing literature on visceral and renal artery aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms, performing an evidence search using PubMed to identify publications in English and relating to human subjects from 1990 to 2022. The final recommendations were formulated through consensus. RESULTS Endovascular treatment has an established role in the successful management of visceral and renal artery aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms, and this Standards of Practice document provides up-to-date recommendations for its safe performance.
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- Michele Rossi
- Department of Surgical Medical Sciences and Translational Medicine, Sapienza University of Rome-Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy.
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- National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Areteion Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Radiology, Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Surgical Medical Sciences and Translational Medicine, Sapienza University of Rome-Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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Carvalho M, Mendes J, Pereira-Macedo J, Vinagreiro M, Lemos R. Spontaneous Rupture of Splenic Artery Aneurysm. Cureus 2023; 15:e50937. [PMID: 38249169 PMCID: PMC10800027 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.50937] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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Splenic artery aneurysms are rare and usually asymptomatic, with a high risk of mortality once they get ruptured. A case report of a spontaneous rupture of a splenic artery aneurysm in a 65-year-old female is reported. The patient presented in the emergency department with abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting, followed by syncope. A contrast-enhanced CT scan was performed and showed a splenic artery aneurysm measuring 40 × 35 mm surrounded by a hematoma. The patient was submitted to emergency laparotomy with ligation of the splenic artery, aneurysm resection, and splenectomy. There were no surgical complications, and the patient was discharged home on the fifth postoperative day. A rupture of a splenic aneurysm is a rare condition with a high mortality rate and should be considered a differential diagnosis in a patient with abdominal pain and hemodynamic instability.
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- Surgery, Centro Hospitalar do Médio Ave, Santo Tirso, PRT
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- Surgery, Centro Hospitalar do Médio Ave, Santo Tirso, PRT
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Connors K, Allen R, Snyder M, Gibson G, Jeyabalan G. Hybrid Approach for Treatment of a Symptomatic Giant Splenic Artery Aneurysm. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2023; 57:932-936. [PMID: 37307671 DOI: 10.1177/15385744231183792] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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A 56-year-old female presented with a symptomatic giant fusiform mid-splenic artery aneurysm (7.3 x 6.4 cm). The patient underwent hybrid management of the aneurysm with endovascular embolization of the aneurysm and inflow splenic artery followed by laparoscopic splenectomy with control and division of the outflow vessels. The patient had an uneventful post-operative course. This case demonstrates the safety and efficacy of an innovative, hybrid management of a giant splenic artery aneurysm with endovascular embolization and laparoscopic splenectomy that spares the pancreatic tail.
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- Kevin Connors
- Department of Surgery, Anne Arundel Medical Center at Luminis Health, Annapolis, MD, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Anne Arundel Medical Center at Luminis Health, Annapolis, MD, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Associate Director of the Division of Surgical Oncology, Anne Arundel Medical Center at Luminis Health, Annapolis, MD, USA
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, MedStar Heart and Vascular Institute, Annapolis, MD, USA
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de Mathelin P, Hericher F, Addeo P. Rupture of a Splenic Artery Aneurysm During Pregnancy. J Gastrointest Surg 2023; 27:2694-2695. [PMID: 37256511 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-023-05715-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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- Pierre de Mathelin
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Pôle Des Pathologies Digestives, Hépatiques Et de La Transplantation, Hôpital de Hautepierre-Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg, Université de Strasbourg, 1, Avenue Molière, 67098, Strasbourg, France
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- Département of Anesthesiology, Hôpital de Hautepierre-Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg, Université de Strasbourg, 67098, Strasbourg, France
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- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Pôle Des Pathologies Digestives, Hépatiques Et de La Transplantation, Hôpital de Hautepierre-Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg, Université de Strasbourg, 1, Avenue Molière, 67098, Strasbourg, France.
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Jalili J, Javadrashid R, Alvandfar D, Falahatian M, Jafarizadeh A, Alihosseini S, Hashemizadeh SE. Obstructive jaundice as a rare complication of multiple pancreaticoduodenal artery aneurysms due to median arcuate ligament syndrome: a case report and review of the literature. J Med Case Rep 2023; 17:385. [PMID: 37689729 PMCID: PMC10493028 DOI: 10.1186/s13256-023-04114-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2022] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/11/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Obstructive jaundice has various causes, and one of the rarest is pancreaticoduodenal artery aneurysm (PDAA), which is often associated with celiac axis stenosis caused by median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS). CASE PRESENTATION The patient was a 77-year-old Azeri woman who presented with progressive jaundice, vague abdominal pain, and abdominal distension from 6 months ago. The intra- and extrahepatic bile ducts were dilated, the liver's margin was slightly irregular, and the echogenicity of the liver was mildly heterogeneous in the initial ultrasound exam. A huge cystic mass with peripheral calcification and compressive effect on the common bile duct (CBD) was also seen near the pancreatic head, which was connected to the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) and had internal turbulent blood flow on color Doppler ultrasound. According to the computed tomography angiography (CTA) findings, the huge mass of the pancreatic head was diagnosed as a true aneurysm of the pancreaticoduodenal artery caused by MALS. Two similar smaller aneurysms were also present at the huge aneurysm's superior margin. Due to impending rupture signs in the huge aneurysm, the severe compression effect of this aneurysm on CBD, and the patient's family will surgery was chosen for the patient to resect the aneurysms, but unfortunately, the patient died on the first day after the operation due to hemorrhagic shock. CONCLUSION In unexpected obstructive jaundice due to a mass with vascular origin in the head of the pancreas, PDAA should be considered, and celiac trunk should be evaluated because the main reason for PDAA is celiac trunk stenosis or occlusion by atherosclerosis or MALS. The treatment method chosen (including transarterial embolization, open surgery, or combined method) depends on the patient's clinical status and radiological findings, but transarterial embolization would be safer and should be used as a first-line method.
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- Javad Jalili
- Medical Radiation Sciences Research Group, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Department of Radiology, Emam Reza Hospital, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Medical Radiation Sciences Research Group, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Department of Radiology, Emam Reza Hospital, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of General Surgery, Emam Reza Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Medical Radiation Sciences Research Group, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
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- Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Medical Radiation Sciences Research Group, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Surgical and Clinical Pathology, Emam Reza Hospital, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Fargion AT, Falso R, Speziali S, Biancofiore B, Esposito D, Giacomelli E, Dorigo W, Pulli R. Results of current endovascular treatments for visceral artery aneurysms. J Vasc Surg 2023:S0741-5214(23)01148-5. [PMID: 37164237 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2023.04.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2023] [Revised: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 04/30/2023] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This single-centre retrospective cohort study was aimed to analyse the early and long-term results of endovascular treatment for true visceral artery aneurysms. Moreover, a comparison with the results of our previously published historical series of open surgical procedures was performed. MATERIALS AND METHODS From January 2008 to December 2021, 78 consecutive patients were treated at our institution for true visceral artery aneurysms. All demographic data, procedural details, perioperative outcomes, and follow-up data were prospectively collected from a dedicated database. A retrospective analysis identified 72 patients who underwent endovascular surgery. Early results were analysed in terms of technical success, conversion to open surgery, mortality, and local and systemic morbidities. Follow-up results were analysed in terms of survival, need for open or endovascular reintervention, and freedom from complications at the level of the treated visceral artery. These results were then compared with those of our historical open surgical group (1982-2007), which included 54 interventions. RESULTS In four cases, the planned endovascular procedure could not be completed, and the overall technical success rate was 94.5%. No deaths occurred during the hospital stay or 30 days after surgery. Overall, the 30-day perioperative complication rate was 5.8%, with an early reintervention rate of 2.9%. The median follow-up time was 29 months (1-132 months). The estimated 7-year survival rate was 88% (standard error, SE 0.05). The estimated 7-year aneurysm-related complication-free rate was 85.5% (SE 0.06), with reintervention-free and aneurysm-related complication-free survival rates of 93.3% (SE 0.04) and 75.6% (SE 0.07), respectively. At the 7-year follow-up, the survival rate was similar between the endovascular and open groups. There was a trend towards a higher aneurysm-related complication rate in the endovascular group than in the open group (14.5% vs. 6.4%, p=0.07). However, no significant differences in reintervention-free and overall estimated aneurysm-related complication-free survival rates were found between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS Endovascular repair is safe and effective in patients with visceral artery aneurysms, with low perioperative complication rates. The long-term outcomes were satisfactory and comparable with those of the historical series of open surgical repairs. Even if there is a trend towards a higher risk of late aneurysm-related complications among endovascular patients, it does not imply an increased need for late reinterventions.
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- A T Fargion
- Section of Vascular Surgery, Department of Excellence of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Italy
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- Section of Vascular Surgery, Department of Excellence of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Italy
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- Section of Vascular Surgery, Department of Excellence of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Italy
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- Section of Vascular Surgery, Department of Excellence of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Italy
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- Section of Vascular Surgery, Department of Excellence of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Italy
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- Section of Vascular Surgery, Department of Excellence of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Italy
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- Section of Vascular Surgery, Department of Excellence of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Italy.
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- Section of Vascular Surgery, Department of Excellence of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Italy
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Shalhub S, Nkansah R, El-Ghazali A, Hillenbrand CJ, Vaidya SS, Schwarze U, Byers PH. Splenic artery pathology presentation, operative interventions, and outcomes in 88 patients with Vascular Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. J Vasc Surg 2023:S0741-5214(23)01027-3. [PMID: 37068529 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2023.04.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2022] [Revised: 04/05/2023] [Accepted: 04/07/2023] [Indexed: 04/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS) is rare and associated with arteriopathies. The aim of this study is to investigate the presentation, operative interventions, and outcomes of splenic arterial pathology in a population of more than 1,500 individuals with genetically confirmed VEDS due to pathogenic COL3A1 variants. METHODS Cross-sectional analysis of 1,547 individuals was performed. The data were assembled by harmonizing data from three overlapping cohorts with genetically confirmed VEDS: the VEDS Collaborative Natural History Study (N=242), a single center cohort (N=75), and the UW Collagen Diagnostic Lab cohort (N=1,231). Duplicates were identified and removed. Patients were selected for analysis if they had splenic artery aneurysm (SAA), pseudoaneurysm, dissection, thrombosis, or rupture. Demographics, COL3A1 variants, interventions, and outcomes were analyzed. Comparisons by splenic artery rupture were made. RESULTS A total of 88 patients presented between 1992 and 2021 with splenic artery pathology (5.7% of the cohort, Mean age at diagnosis 37+11.1 years, 50% male). One third were diagnosed with VEDS prior to the splenic artery pathology diagnosis and 17% were diagnosed post-mortem. Most had a positive family history (61%). Most had COL3A1 variants associated with minimal normal collagen production (71.589.7%). Median follow up was 8.5 (IQR 0.9-14.7) years. Initial presentation was rupture in 47% of the cases. Splenic artery rupture overall was 51% (N=45) including 4 cases of splenic rupture. There were no major differences in VEDS related manifestations or COL3A1 variant type by rupture status. SAA was noted in 39% of the cases. Only 12 patients had splenic artery diameter documented in 12 cases with a median diameter of 12 (IQR 10.3-19.3) mm. A total of 34 (38.6%) patients underwent 40 splenic arterial interventions: 21 open surgical, 18 embolization, and 1 unknown procedure. More than one splenic artery intervention was performed in 5 (14.7%) cases. Open repair complications included arteriovenous fistula (n=1), intestinal or pancreatic injury (1 each), and four intraoperative deaths. There were no deaths or access site complications related to splenic artery embolization. Four (23.5%) developed a new SAA in the remaining splenic artery post embolization. All-cause mortality was 35% (n=31) including 22 related to a ruptured splenic artery. CONCLUSIONS Splenic arteriopathy in VEDS is associated with variants that affect the structure and secretion of type III collagen and frequently present with rupture. Rupture and open repair are associated with high morbidity and mortality while embolization is associated with favorable outcomes. Suggest repair considerations at SAA diameter of 15 mm. Long term follow up is indicated as secondary splenic arteriopathy can occur.
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- Sherene Shalhub
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine. Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine. Seattle, WA, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Washington School of Medicine. Seattle, WA, USA
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- Division of Interventional radiology. University of Washington Department of Radiology. University of Washington School of Medicine. Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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Liver disease in pregnancy often requires diagnostic and therapeutic considerations that are unique to pregnancy. Liver disease in pregnancy is commonly thought of as either liver disease unique to pregnancy, chronic liver disease, or liver disease coincidental to pregnancy. This review summarizes the approach to evaluation of liver disease in pregnancy.
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- Gres Karim
- Department of Medicine, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, 350 East 17th Street, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10003, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, 350 East 17th Street, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10003, USA
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- Division of Liver Diseases, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, One Gustave L Levy Place, Box 1123, New York, NY 10023, USA; Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, One Gustave L Levy Place, Box 1123, New York, NY 10023, USA.
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- Division of Hepatology, Rush University Medical Center, 1725 West Harrison Street
- Suite 319, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
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Riaz A, Entezari P, Malik A, Badar W, Scheller S, Gabr A, Thornburg B, Seedial S, Boike J, Resnick S, Sato K, Ladner D, Moore C, Ganger D, Donaldson J, Kulik L, Lewandowski RJ, Funaki BS, Ahmed O, Caicedo JC, Salem R. Impact of Portal Hypertension on Adverse Events after Splenic Arterial Aneurysm Embolization. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2022; 33:1519-1526.e1. [PMID: 35985557 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2022.08.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2022] [Revised: 08/01/2022] [Accepted: 08/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate the outcomes of splenic artery aneurysm (SAA) embolization and compare adverse event (AE) rates after embolization in patients with and without portal hypertension (PHTN). MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective review of all patients who underwent embolization of SAAs at 2 institutions was performed (34 patients from institution 1 and 7 patients from institution 2). Baseline demographic characteristics, preprocedural imaging, procedural techniques, and postprocedural outcomes were evaluated. Thirty-day postprocedural severe and life-threatening AEs were evaluated using the Society of Interventional Radiology guidelines. Thirty-day mortality and readmission rates were also evaluated. t test, χ2 test, and/or Fisher exact test were used for the statistical analysis. RESULTS There was no statistically significant difference between patients with and without PHTN in the location, number, and size of SAA(s). All procedures were technically successful. There were 13 (32%) patients with and 28 (68%) patients without PHTN. The 30-day mortality rate (31% vs 0%; P = .007), readmission rates (61% vs 7%; P < .001), and severe/life-threatening AE rates (69% vs 0%; P < .001) were significantly higher in patients with PHTN than in those without PHTN. CONCLUSIONS There was a significantly higher mortality and severe/life-threatening AE rate in patients with PHTN than in those without PHTN. SAAs in patients with PHTN need to be managed very cautiously, given the risk of severe/life-threatening AEs after embolization.
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- Ahsun Riaz
- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois.
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, St Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital, Pontiac, Michigan
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Hepatology, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation, Comprehensive Transplant Center, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Hepatology, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Hepatology, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Lurie Children's Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Hepatology, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation, Comprehensive Transplant Center, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Radiology, Section of Interventional Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
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Hosseinzadeh A, Shahriarirad R, Asgharzadeh Majdazar V, Moeini Farsani M, Tadayon SMK. Spontaneous rupture of a large splenic artery aneurysm in a 59-year-old male patient with pemphigus vulgaris: a case report. J Med Case Rep 2022; 16:382. [PMID: 36266729 PMCID: PMC9585828 DOI: 10.1186/s13256-022-03618-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Accepted: 09/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background There is currently no information on the anatomical risk factors for splenic artery aneurysm rupture, specifically the location or size of the lesion; therefore, reporting this entity to obtain data and ultimately reduce morbidity and mortality is essential. Here we report a case of a male patient with spontaneous rupture of a large splenic artery aneurysm presenting with abdominal pain. Case presentation A 59-year middle-eastern male, with known pemphigus vulgaris presented with a chief complaint of headache and syncope, followed by abdominal pain along with severe metabolic acidosis. A contrast-enhanced computed tomography scan of the abdomen and pelvic showed a splenic artery aneurysm of 33 × 30 mm with a 150 × 90 mm hematoma formation around the aneurysm site. The patient underwent an operation and splenectomy, with confirmation of the diagnosis of ruptured splenic artery aneurysm. Conclusion It is essential to consider splenic aneurysm rupture as a second-line differential diagnosis, especially among patients with comorbid diseases, as this can lead to timely and appropriate lifesaving intervention.
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- Ahmad Hosseinzadeh
- Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Science, Shiraz, Iran
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- Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Science, Shiraz, Iran. .,School of medicine, Shiraz University of Medical Science, Shiraz, Iran.
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Liu Z, Wang Y, Li J, Atogebania JW, Wei L, Bai F. Splenic artery aneurysm masked as a gastroenterology complication: A case report and literature review. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 82:104608. [PMID: 36268343 PMCID: PMC9577508 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2022] [Revised: 09/03/2022] [Accepted: 09/04/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE Splenic artery aneurysm has an insidious onset, and low incidence, most of which have no specific manifestations on the early onset and remains the most common visceral aneurysm and third most common splanchnic aneurysm as it still remains a challenge to deal with clinically by many clinicians. CASE PRESENTATION We report a single case of a young 21 years old girl who had no potential risk of splenic artery aneurysm on clinical presentation, for gastroenterology disease only assessment and attention in our facility. The patient born and raised on a tropical island in Southern China was clinically diagnosed with splenic artery aneurysm-associated gastroenterological complications which was presented earlier as hematemesis. The patient was considered to have received optimal critical care by our multidisciplinary team and classical features displayed within the clinical settings are worth documenting and contribute perfectly to medical literature as the patient on follow-up is now back to normal life. CLINICAL DISCUSSION Our patient recovered excellently on critically close follow-up since the patient had special gastroenterology associated complication features which masked the splenic artery aneurysm with very encouraging post-operative parameters or results. CONCLUSION The patient was considered to have received optimal multidisciplinary quaternary medical care for SAAs with gastroenterology-associated complications in our interventional cardiovascular and gastroenterology medicine department.
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- ZhengJin Liu
- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology and Vascular Surgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan, China
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- Department of Urology, Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan, China
- Corresponding author.
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- Department of Surgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan, China
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Xu Y, Wu Z. A case of a pregnant woman with a special splenic artery aneurysm. Malawi Med J 2022; 34:220-222. [PMID: 36406093 PMCID: PMC9641609 DOI: 10.4314/mmj.v34i3.13] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Visceral artery aneurysm, especially splenic artery aneurysm, is rare and is usually associated with pregnancy. When such aneurysms rupture, they can be fatal, and they often require emergency surgery. This case report includes a review of the literature and describes a effective multidisciplinary approach to managing this type of aneurysm. We describe the treatment of a ruptured splenic artery aneurysm and the careful coordination of obstetric, vascular surgery, and intensive care teams. The uniqueness of this case arose from the metal embolization coil that was found to have fallen off from a recently embolized ruptured splenic artery aneurysm. The management of this ruptured splenic artery aneurysm and iatrogenic foreign body insult required a combination of multiple specialties to provide life-saving treatment. Such cases should be managed by multidisciplinary teams if institutional resources allow for it.
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- Yujia Xu
- Department of vascular surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of vascular surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Sichuan Province, China
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Cheng J, Sun LY, Liu J, Zhang CW. Indocyanine green fluorescence imaging for spleen preservation in laparoscopic splenic artery aneurysm resection: A case report. World J Gastrointest Surg 2022; 14:714-719. [PMID: 36158278 PMCID: PMC9353756 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v14.i7.714] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2022] [Revised: 06/14/2022] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Splenic artery aneurysm (SAA) is a rare vascular lesion conventionally treated by resection or interventional therapy. The surgical procedure usually involves splenectomy, and interventional therapy may cause post-embolization syndromes. Preservation of the spleen and its function is rarely reported during the management of SAA.
CASE SUMMARY We report a patient with an asymptomatic SAA (3.5 cm in diameter), which was en-bloc resected laparoscopically using indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence imaging to preserve the spleen and its function.
CONCLUSION ICG fluorescence imaging for spleen preservation in laparoscopic SAA resection is safe and may be beneficial in avoiding splenectomy and maintaining splenic function.
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- Jian Cheng
- Department of General Surgery, Cancer Center, Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital (Affiliated People’s Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College), Hangzhou 310014, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Cancer Center, Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital (Affiliated People’s Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College), Hangzhou 310014, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Cancer Center, Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital (Affiliated People’s Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College), Hangzhou 310014, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Cancer Center, Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital (Affiliated People’s Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College), Hangzhou 310014, Zhejiang Province, China
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Körfer D, Grond-Ginsbach C, Hakimi M, Böckler D, Erhart P. Arterial Aneurysm Localization Is Sex-Dependent. J Clin Med 2022; 11:2450. [PMID: 35566575 PMCID: PMC9102591 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11092450] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Revised: 04/14/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to investigate sex-dependent aneurysm distributions. A total of 3107 patients with arterial aneurysms were diagnosed from 2006 to 2016. Patients with anything other than true aneurysms, hereditary connective tissue disorders or vasculitides (n = 918) were excluded. Affected arterial sites and age at first aneurysm diagnosis were compared between women and men by an unpaired two-tailed t-test and Fisher’s exact test. The study sample consisted of 2189 patients, of whom 1873 were men (85.6%) and 316 women (14.4%) (ratio m:w = 5.9:1). Men had considerably more aneurysms in the abdominal aorta (83.4% vs. 71.1%; p < 0.001), common iliac artery (28.7% vs. 8.9%; p < 0.001), internal iliac artery (6.6% vs. 1.3%; p < 0.001) and popliteal artery (11.1% vs. 2.5%; p < 0.001). In contrast, women had a higher proportion of aneurysms in the ascending aorta (4.4% vs. 10.8%; p < 0.001), descending aorta (11.1% vs. 36.4%; p < 0.001), splenic artery (0.9% vs. 5.1%; p < 0.001) and renal artery (0.8% vs. 6.0%; p < 0.001). Age at disease onset and further aneurysm distribution showed no considerable difference. The infrarenal segment might be considered a natural border for aneurysm formation in men and women suspected to have distinct genetic, pathophysiologic and ontogenetic factors. Screening modalities for women at risk might need further adjustment, particularly thoracic cross-sectional imaging complementation.
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- Daniel Körfer
- Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, 69120 Heidelberg, Germany; (C.G.-G.); (D.B.); (P.E.)
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- Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, 69120 Heidelberg, Germany; (C.G.-G.); (D.B.); (P.E.)
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Lucerne Cantonal Hospital, 6000 Lucerne, Switzerland;
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- Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, 69120 Heidelberg, Germany; (C.G.-G.); (D.B.); (P.E.)
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- Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, 69120 Heidelberg, Germany; (C.G.-G.); (D.B.); (P.E.)
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Phan D, Furtado R, Laurence JM, Pleass H. Splenic Artery Aneurysm Management in the Cirrhotic Patient Listed for Liver Transplantation: A Systematic Review. Transplant Proc 2022; 54:706-714. [PMID: 35272877 DOI: 10.1016/j.transproceed.2022.01.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2021] [Accepted: 01/17/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Splenic artery aneurysms (SAA), although rare in the general population, occur more commonly in liver transplant candidates owing to cirrhosis-induced portal hypertension. In this population, particularly in the perioperative period, SAAs are at heightened risks of rupture with potentially fatal consequences. There is no consensus regarding optimal management of asymptomatic SAA diagnosed before liver transplantation. MATERIALS AND METHODS We performed a systematic review of the literature to investigate the management options and outcomes of asymptomatic SAAs in liver transplant candidates. The EMBASE and MEDLINE electronic databases were used to identify articles. RESULTS Eleven articles met the criteria for analysis and included 159 patients with SAAs, among whom 121 had asymptomatic aneurysms diagnosed pre transplant and subsequently underwent liver transplantation. The majority of SAAs were located distally or intrahilar (80%) and more than half of the patients had multiple SAAs. In 121 patients diagnosed pre transplant, 37 patients had treatment instigated (28 treated surgically and 8 treated radiologically). Post-transplant rupture was noted in 2 patients treated surgically (2/28) with no fatality. No rupture was observed in the radiologically treated group, although 1 patient died of splenic abscess and sepsis after embolization. In 86 untreated patients, 4 cases of post-transplant rupture were recorded (2/4 resulted in fatality). CONCLUSION Asymptomatic SAAs are at risks of rupture post transplant and treatment should be considered, regardless of aneurysm size. Both surgical and radiological treatments offer adequate control, and choice of treatment is dependent on location and number of SAA present.
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- Du Phan
- Department of Surgery, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of transplantation, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, Australia; Department of transplantation, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia; University of Sydney, Specialty of Surgery, Sydney, Australia; Royal Prince Alfred Institute of Academic Surgery, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, Australia; Department of transplantation, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia; University of Sydney, Specialty of Surgery, Sydney, Australia.
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Ornaghi S, Crippa I, Di Nicola S, Giardini V, La Milia L, Locatelli L, Corso R, Roncaglia N, Vergani P. Splenic artery aneurysm in obstetric patients: a series of four cases with different clinical presentation and outcome. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2022; 159:474-479. [PMID: 35122689 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.14133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2021] [Revised: 01/25/2022] [Accepted: 02/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To describe four consecutive cases of splenic artery aneurysm with different clinical patterns of presentation among obstetric patients. METHOD A series of four cases of splenic artery aneurysm diagnosed in pregnant or post-partum women at our University center between January 1998 and December 2020. Clinical and radiological data were retrospectively obtained by reviewing paper and electronic medical records after acquiring patient's consent. RESULTS One case was completely asymptomatic and incidentally identified at the beginning of pregnancy, thus allowing for multidisciplinary treatment. The other three cases were unknown: two manifested with maternal collapse due to aneurysm rupture in the third trimester of gestation, whereas one presented with acute abdominal pain during the post-partum period and was successfully managed before rupture occurred. CONCLUSION Although being extremely rare, SAA rupture in obstetric patients can be associated with dramatic consequences. Since early suspicion and prompt intervention are essential to avoid fatal outcomes, promotion of knowledge of all the potential clinical patterns of presentation of SAA rupture among obstetric patients is mandatory.
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- Sara Ornaghi
- Department of Obstetrics, MBBM Foundation at San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
- University of Milan-Bicocca School of Medicine and Surgery, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics, MBBM Foundation at San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics, MBBM Foundation at San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
- University of Milan-Bicocca School of Medicine and Surgery, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics, MBBM Foundation at San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics, MBBM Foundation at San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
- University of Milan-Bicocca School of Medicine and Surgery, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics, MBBM Foundation at San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
- University of Milan-Bicocca School of Medicine and Surgery, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics, MBBM Foundation at San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics, MBBM Foundation at San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
- University of Milan-Bicocca School of Medicine and Surgery, Monza, Italy
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Cao Y, Song S, Ouyang T, Zheng C. Single-Center Experience With Endovascular Treatment for Splenic Artery Aneurysms in Long-Term Follow-Up: A Retrospective Study. Front Cardiovasc Med 2022; 8:793053. [PMID: 35155605 PMCID: PMC8831690 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2021.793053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2021] [Accepted: 12/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Objectives To reveal a single-center experience with endovascular treatment for splenic artery aneurysm (SAA) and analyze the safety and efficacy of the operation in the long-term follow-up. Materials and Methods A total of 49 patients with SAAs (21 men, 28 women; mean age, 52.4 ± 11.5 years) were enrolled in this study from July 2010 to December 2020. Baseline and characteristics of SAAs were collected. Parent artery coil embolization or combined with sac coil embolization of SAAs, graft-stent implantation, or bare-stent-assisted coil embolization were performed for the treatment of SAAs. Adverse events and follow-up data were recorded. Results The average diameter of SAAs was 3.3 ± 2.5 cm (range, 1.0–13.6 cm). An individual-tailed modality was conducted for three patients. A 100% technical success rate was achieved. No re-intervention procedure was performed in all patients. No major treatment-related adverse events were observed, and no expansion or rupture of SAAs occurred in the average follow-up period of 57.9 ± 27.3 months (19–125 months). Conclusion Endovascular treatment of SAA, including the individual-tailed therapy for three cases, is safe, effective, and minimally invasive with high technical success rates and satisfactory outcomes during the long-term follow-up period.
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- Yanyan Cao
- Department of Radiology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
- Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Radiology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
- Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Radiology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
- Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Radiology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
- Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Wuhan, China
- *Correspondence: Chuansheng Zheng
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Shabunin AV, Bedin VV, Tavobilov MM, Karpov AA, Tsurkan VA, Alieva FF, Pilyus FG. [Selecting the most appropriate surgical treatment of true splenic artery aneurysm]. Khirurgiia (Mosk) 2022:21-27. [PMID: 36223146 DOI: 10.17116/hirurgia202210121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To analyze the results of diagnosis and treatment of true splenic artery aneurysms. MATERIAL AND METHODS We analyzed the results of diagnosis and treatment of 27 patients with true splenic artery aneurysm. All ones underwent surgical treatment at the Botkin Municipal Clinical Hospital between 2017 and 2021. Splenic artery aneurysm >1 cm was an indication for surgical treatment. Surgical option depended on aneurysm location. Laparoscopic splenectomy and aneurysmectomy were performed in 4 cases (14.8%), 5 (18.5%) patients underwent endovascular intervention, laparoscopic clipping was performed in 18 (66.7%) cases. Methods of surgical treatment, general and specific postoperative complications according to the Clavien-Dindo and ISGPS classifications were analyzed. RESULTS Laparoscopic clipping was accompanied by fewer general and specific postoperative complications. Specific complications after laparoscopic splenectomy occurred in 2 patients (BL according to the ISGPS 2016 classification). There was one case of acute pancreatitis after endovascular interventions. In long-term postoperative period, aneurysm recanalization after endovascular intervention was observed in 1 case. CONCLUSION Surgical treatment of splenic artery aneurysms requires a differentiated approach based on topographic and anatomical assessment of aneurysm relative to the arterial vessel.
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- A V Shabunin
- Botkin Municipal Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russia
- Russian Medical Academy for Continuous Professional Education, Moscow, Russia
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- Botkin Municipal Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russia
- Russian Medical Academy for Continuous Professional Education, Moscow, Russia
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- Botkin Municipal Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russia
- Russian Medical Academy for Continuous Professional Education, Moscow, Russia
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- Botkin Municipal Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russia
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- Botkin Municipal Clinical Hospital, Moscow, Russia
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- Russian Medical Academy for Continuous Professional Education, Moscow, Russia
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- Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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Zhou F, Lightfoot CB, Williams G, Zhu JH. A rare case of gastric varices and splenic artery aneurysm secondary to splenic arteriovenous fistula. CANADIAN LIVER JOURNAL 2021; 5:160-164. [DOI: 10.3138/canlivj-2021-0024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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A 33-year-old male with no past medical history presented with a few months of fatigue and reduced exercise tolerance and was found to have iron-deficiency anemia. An esophagogastroduodenoscopy revealed a cluster of isolated gastric fundal varices with high-risk stigmata. Serologic workup for cirrhosis was negative, and a FibroScan measured liver stiffness at 4.2 kilopascals. Computed tomography (CT) of his abdomen and pelvis showed non-cirrhotic portal hypertension, as well as the presence of a splenic arteriovenous (AV) fistula and splenic artery aneurysm (SAA). Resection of the fistula, SAA, and spleen completely resolved the gastric varices and anemia.
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- Felix Zhou
- Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Digestive Care and Endoscopy, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Digestive Care and Endoscopy, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Hojo Y, Kamimura H, Owaki T, Kimura R, Iwasawa T, Watanabe Y, Takatsuna M, Ikarashi S, Takamura M, Setsu T, Arao Y, Horii Y, Sato T, Terai S. Liver cirrhosis with ruptured splenic artery aneurysm leading to hepatitis C treatment: A case report. KANZO 2021; 62:749-755. [DOI: 10.2957/kanzo.62.749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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- Yuki Hojo
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
- Niigata University Hospital Center for Liver Diseases
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
- Niigata University Hospital Center for Liver Diseases
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- Department of Radiology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Radiology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Science, Niigata University
- Niigata University Hospital Center for Liver Diseases
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Silvestri V, Pontecorvi E, Filotico M, Coppola A, Lauria F, Bracale U, Corcione F. Laparoscopic splenic artery aneurysmectomy with ICG guided partial splenectomy: alternative approach. MINIM INVASIV THER 2021; 31:810-814. [PMID: 34694196 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2021.1994420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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We herein report the case of a voluminous splenic artery aneurysm (SAA) diagnosed in a 48 year-old Caucasian male patient. After endovascular treatment failure, considering the volumetric aneurysm increase and recurrent symptoms, a laparoscopic splenic artery aneurysmectomy with partial splenectomy guided by indocyanine green fluorescence (ICG) was performed. This conservative strategy leads to save a spleen volume of about 10 cm3 to avoid postsplenectomy thrombocytosis and infections, potential immunodeficiency and overwhelming postsplenectomy infection syndrome (OPSS) and to preserve pancreatic vascularization preventing distal pancreas injuries.
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- Vania Silvestri
- Department of General and Oncological Minimally Invasive Surgery, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of General and Oncological Minimally Invasive Surgery, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of General and Oncological Minimally Invasive Surgery, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of General and Oncological Minimally Invasive Surgery, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of General and Oncological Minimally Invasive Surgery, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of General and Oncological Minimally Invasive Surgery, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of General and Oncological Minimally Invasive Surgery, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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Endovascular Oriented Classification and Treatment of Celiac Trunk Aneurysms: 10 Years Experience. Ann Vasc Surg 2021; 79:219-225. [PMID: 34644646 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2021.07.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To propose an endovascular-oriented classification of celiac trunk aneurysms (CTa) and discuss single center results of this rare pathology. METHODS Data of all patients admitted to our institution for CTa from 2011 to 2021 were prospectively collected. Of them, those who underwent endovascular treatment were retrospectively analyzed. All preoperative CT scans were reviewed and CTa were classified in 4 different configurations based on progressive distal landing zone. We excluded from the classification all cases with median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS), patients with coexistent aortic dilation or no endovascular proximal neck. Preoperative demographics, intraoperative data and post-operative complications were recorded. All-cause late mortality and complications were identified through a review of office charts and telephone assessment. RESULTS During the study period 19 patients were referred to our Institution for CTa. Ten patients underwent endovascular treatment (ET). In 6 cases a watchful waiting strategy was adopted, 2 (10.5 %) patients refused ET and one patient without suitable proximal landing zone (< 10 mm) was not proposed to open surgical repair for surgical contraindication but is followed by strict instrumental and clinical evaluation. Six (60%) patients presented type 2 CTa; all of them underwent ET requiring positioning of covered stent-graft and SA embolization. Three (30%) patients presented type 3 CTa; all of them underwent ET with covered stent-graft deployment over the GDA with preliminary embolization. One (10%) patient presented type 4 CTa that was treated by means of covered stent-graft deployment along the right hepatic artery with left hepatic artery embolization. Overall, no major complications and perioperative mortality was observed. CONCLUSION Celiac trunk aneurysms are rare, and no classifications have still been presented. Stent-graft exclusion provides excellent short-term outcome with no significant morbidity and mortality rate when technically feasible.
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Okuda H, Hirokawa N, Saitoh M, Otani A, Someya M, Usami Y, Sakata KI. Stiff coils enhance shape retention and pressure resistance in an aneurysm model even at low volume. MINIM INVASIV THER 2021; 31:767-776. [PMID: 34569416 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2021.1980051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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PURPOSE To elucidate the characteristics of 3 D frame coils and identify the optimal coil for visceral aneurysms. MATERIAL AND METHODS Using a vascular model, we compared the postembolization coil distribution and repulsive force of three coils: Guglielmi detachable coil (GDC; stock wire diameter, 0.004 in; primary diameter, 0.015 in), Target XL (0.003, 0.014), and Target XXL (0.003, 0.017). Additionally, the coil area, roundness, and center of gravity were quantitatively compared. The coil repulsive force was measured by compressing the postembolization vessel model with a digital force gauge. RESULTS There were no significant differences in the coil area and roundness among the three coil types. Compared with the Target coils, the GDC deployed evenly along the vessel wall, its center of gravity was less displaced, and although it had the lowest embolic density, its repulsive force was greater regardless of the number of coils used. CONCLUSIONS GDC coils with a larger stock wire diameter and a smaller primary diameter unfolded evenly along the wall and had a greater repulsive force. Coil stiffness contributes to coil stability and shape retention, indicating the possibility of preventing recurrence by selecting a frame coil with a focus on coil stiffness.
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- Hiroki Okuda
- Department of Radiology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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DeCarlo C, Mohebali J, Dua A, Conrad MF, Mohapatra A. Morbidity and mortality associated with open repair of visceral aneurysms. J Vasc Surg 2021; 75:632-640.e2. [PMID: 34560216 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2021.08.079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) recently published clinical practice guidelines on the management of visceral aneurysms. However, studies investigating the perioperative outcomes of open repair of visceral aneurysms have been limited to single-center experiences with variable results that span multiple decades. In the present study, we sought to detail the morbidity and mortality associated with open repair of visceral aneurysms using a national database in the contemporary era. METHODS National Surgical Quality Improvement Program data from 2013 to 2019 were queried for patients who had undergone open repair of visceral aneurysms, which had been classified as mesenteric, renal, or splenic using Current Procedural Terminology and International Classification of Diseases codes. The primary endpoint was the composite of major complications (cardiovascular, pulmonary, progressive renal failure, deep wound infection, return to operating room, sepsis) and 30-day mortality. Logistic regression was used to identify the predictors of the primary endpoint for nonruptured aneurysm cases. RESULTS Of the 304 aneurysms, 263 were nonruptured (137 mesenteric, 66 renal, 60 splenic) and 41 were ruptured (24 mesenteric, 1 renal, 16 splenic) and had undergone open repair. For those with nonruptured aneurysms, their mean age was 59.4 ± 14.7 years and 48.3% were women. For those with nonruptured aneurysms, the 30-day mortality was 1.9% and the major complication rate was 12.9%. A return to the operating room (5.3%) and prolonged ventilator support (3.8%) were especially common. As expected, rupture was associated with significantly greater mortality (22.0%; P < .001) and major complications (34.1%; P = .001). The use of postoperative transfusion was common in the elective group but was significantly greater in the ruptured group (24.3% vs 80.5%; P < .001). The predictors of the primary outcome for nonruptured aneurysms included male sex (odds ratio [OR], 2.93; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.28-6.7; P = .011), anticoagulation (not discontinued before surgery) or bleeding disorder (OR, 4.52; 95% CI, 1.37-14.7; P = .012), and albumin <3.0 g/dL (OR, 4.66; 95% CI, 1.17-18.6; P = .029). Neither age nor aneurysm location were significant risk factors. CONCLUSIONS Open repair of visceral aneurysms was associated with acceptable morbidity and mortality, although these risks are significantly greater once ruptured. Male sex, bleeding risk, and low albumin were all risk factors for adverse events and should be considered for operative planning and postoperative care.
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- Charles DeCarlo
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass.
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass
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Vemireddy LP, Majlesi D, Prasad S, Tahir N, Parkash O, Jeelani HM, Shayuk M. Early Thrombosis of Splenic Artery Stent Graft. Cureus 2021; 13:e16285. [PMID: 34381645 PMCID: PMC8349697 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.16285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Splenic artery aneurysms (SAAs) are among the most common visceral aneurysms behind aortic and iliac arteries. Certain factors like aneurysm size (especially giant SAAs), hypertension (HTN), symptomatology, pregnancy, portal hypertension (pHTN), and liver transplantation increase the risk of rupture. Most often found incidentally, but when symptomatic, can present with nonspecific symptoms like nausea, vomiting, anorexia, and epigastric/left upper quadrant pain. Diagnosis can be accomplished with different modalities of CT or MRI and digital subtraction angiography (DSA) being the gold standard for diagnosis. Treatment is usually preferred for aneurysms >2 cm, symptomatic cases, and pregnant women. Various surgical/interventional procedures can be performed and selected based on the patient’s sex, age, location of the aneurysm, size of the aneurysm, and presenting complaints/complications. Endovascular techniques with or without stent-graft placement are being used more, given the minimally invasive nature of these procedures. No clear guidelines exist on initiation of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT), but based on guidelines from visceral arterial stenting (especially iliac arteries and renal arteries), multiple case reports/series on SAAs, we highly recommend the usage of DAPT pre- and post-stent-graft placement to improve patency.
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- Internal Medicine, Chicago Medical School, McHenry, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, McHenry, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Chicago Medical School Internal Medicine Residency Program at Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, McHenry, USA
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Osman S, Sefa E, Muge Y, Can TB, Mehmet V, Salih P. Management of the Splenic Artery Aneurysm: with a Six Different Clinical Presentation and Treatment Modality. Indian J Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s12262-021-03042-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Saito K, Yamagata Y, Hakozaki Y, Nakata M, Oya M. Early gastric cancer with splenic artery aneurysm successfully treated with laparoscopic distal gastrectomy after endovascular coil embolization: A case report. Asian J Endosc Surg 2021; 14:590-593. [PMID: 33319465 DOI: 10.1111/ases.12905] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2020] [Revised: 10/19/2020] [Accepted: 11/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Splenic artery aneurysm (SAA) is a relatively rare disease. Most patients with SAA have no symptoms, and detection is incidental detection. The incidence of rupture is not particularly high, but the mortality rate of ruptured SAAs is high. The main treatment for gastric cancer is gastrectomy with lymph node dissection, with dissection around the celiac artery suggested to be the most important. A 68-year-old woman with early gastric cancer in the lesser curvature of the lower gastric corpus was referred to our hospital. CT showed no remarkable findings except for a saccular SAA (diameter, 1.5 cm). We planned laparoscopic distal gastrectomy. However, because the SAA was close to the surgical field and its saccular shape created a rupture risk, we performed interventional radiology for SAA before surgery. One month later, laparoscopic distal gastrectomy with D1+ was performed successfully. The patient has remained disease-free in the 51 months since the operation.
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- Kazuyuki Saito
- Department of Surgery, Dokkyo Medical University Saitama Medical Center, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Dokkyo Medical University Saitama Medical Center, Saitama, Japan.,Department of Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Dokkyo Medical University Saitama Medical Center, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Dokkyo Medical University Saitama Medical Center, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Dokkyo Medical University Saitama Medical Center, Saitama, Japan
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Atanasijevic I, Babic S, Tanaskovic S, Gajin P, Ilijevski N. Giant splenic artery aneurysm treated surgically with spleen and pancreas preservation. Ann Saudi Med 2021; 41:253-256. [PMID: 34420395 PMCID: PMC8380274 DOI: 10.5144/0256-4947.2021.253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Aneurysms of the splenic artery represent a rare clinical entity, even though they account for 60-70% of all visceral artery aneurysms. Splenic artery aneurysms larger than 5 cm are extremely rare, and they are considered to be giant. Possible causes of splenic artery aneurysm development include: trauma, hormonal and local hemodynamic changes in pregnancy, portal hypertension, arterial degeneration, infection and postsplenectomy occurrence. Surgical treatment of giant splenic artery aneurysms includes procedures that frequently require pancreatectomy and splenectomy. We present a case of a 10.2 cm giant splenic artery aneurysm, firmly adhered to the pancreas, which was treated surgically, with spleen and pancreas preservation. SIMILAR CASES PUBLISHED: Although many cases on treatment of giant splenic artery aneurysm have been published, the majority have described additional visceral resections associated with aneurysmectomy, which is in contrast with our report. Furthermore, aneurysms reaching 10 cm in size were extremely rare.
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- Igor Atanasijevic
- From the Department of Vascular Surgery, Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases Dedinje, Belgrade, Serbia
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- From the Department of Vascular Surgery, Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases Dedinje, Belgrade, Serbia
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- From the Department of Vascular Surgery, Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases Dedinje, Belgrade, Serbia
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- From the Department of Vascular Surgery, Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases Dedinje, Belgrade, Serbia
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- From the Department of Vascular Surgery, Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases Dedinje, Belgrade, Serbia
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Khurram R, Al-Obudi Y, Glover TE, Shah R, Khalifa M, Davies N. Splenic artery pseudoaneurysm: Challenges of non-invasive and endovascular diagnosis and management. Radiol Case Rep 2021; 16:1395-1399. [PMID: 33912254 PMCID: PMC8063705 DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2021.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Splenic artery pseudoaneurysms (PAs) are uncommon and often occur as a complication of pancreatitis or trauma. Unlike true aneurysms, PAs are symptomatic in a majority of cases and patients can present with a constellation of non-specific symptoms. Diagnosis can be challenging due to variation in presenting features and mimicking pathologies. PAs are associated with a very high morbidity and mortality if left untreated. We present an unusual case of a 47-year-old gentleman diagnosed with a splenic artery pseudoaneurysm despite initial negative catheter angiography and discuss the challenges of splenic artery pseudoaneurysm diagnosis and management.
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Fatal rupture of giant splenic artery pseudoaneurysm. JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY CASE REPORTS 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2021.101804] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Squizzato F, Oderich GS, Bower TC, Mendes BC, Kalra M, Shuja F, Colglazier J, DeMartino RR. Long-term fate of aortic branches in patients with aortic dissection. J Vasc Surg 2021; 74:537-546.e2. [PMID: 33592297 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2021.01.055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2020] [Accepted: 01/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Late morbidity and mortality related to aortic branches in patients with aortic dissection (AD) have not been well described. We investigated the fate of aortic branches in a population cohort of patients with newly diagnosed AD. METHODS We used the Rochester Epidemiology Project record linkage system to identify all Olmsted County, Minnesota, residents with a diagnosis of AD from 1995 to 2015. Only patients with >30 days of available follow-up imaging studies were included in the present analysis. The primary outcome was freedom from any branch-related event (any intervention, aneurysm, malperfusion, rupture, or death occurring after the acute phase >14 days). The secondary outcome was the diameter change in the aortic branches. Univariate and multivariable Cox proportional hazards models were used to identify the predictors of branch-related events. Univariate and multivariate linear regression models were used to assess the aortic branch growth rate. RESULTS Of 77 total incident AD cases, 58 patients who had survived and had imaging follow-up studies available were included, 28 (48%) with type A and 30 (52%) with type B AD. The presentation was acute in 39 patients (67%), 6 (10%) of whom had had branch malperfusion. Of 177 aortic branches involved by the AD, 81 (46%) had arisen from the true lumen, 33 (19%) from the false lumen, and 63 (36%) from both. After the acute phase, freedom from any branch-related event at 15 years was 48% (95% confidence interval [CI], 32%-70%). A total of 31 branch-related events had occurred in 19 patients within 15 years, including 12 interventions (76% freedom; 95% CI, 63%-92%), 10 aneurysms (67% freedom; 95% CI, 50%-90%), 8 cases of malperfusion (76% freedom; 95% CI, 61%-94%), and 1 rupture (94% freedom; 95% CI, 84%-100%). No branch-related deaths had occurred. Type B AD (hazard ratio [HR], 3.5; 95% CI, 1.1-10.8; P = .033), patency of the aortic false lumen (HR, 6.8; 95% CI, 1.1-42.2; P = .038), and malperfusion syndrome at presentation (HR, 6.0; 95% CI, 1.3-28.6; P = .023) were predictors of late aortic branch-related events. The overall growth rate of aortic branches was 1.3 ± 3.0 mm annually. Patency of the aortic false lumen, initial branch diameter, and Marfan syndrome were significantly associated with diameter increase. CONCLUSIONS In patients with AD, aortic branch involvement was responsible for significant long-term morbidity, without any related mortality. Type B AD, patency of the aortic false lumen, and malperfusion syndrome at presentation resulted in a greater risk of branch events during the long-term follow-up. Dilatation of the aortic branches was observed in one third of cases during follow-up, especially in the case of a patent aortic false lumen or the presence of Marfan syndrome.
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- Francesco Squizzato
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn.
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Sarkar M, Brady CW, Fleckenstein J, Forde KA, Khungar V, Molleston JP, Afshar Y, Terrault NA. Reproductive Health and Liver Disease: Practice Guidance by the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases. Hepatology 2021; 73:318-365. [PMID: 32946672 DOI: 10.1002/hep.31559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 67] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2020] [Accepted: 09/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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- Monika Sarkar
- University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
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- Indiana University and Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis, IN
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- University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
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- Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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