Ruptured Aneurysm of Extracranial Carotid Artery

Authors

  • Uttam Krishna Shrestha Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.165

Abstract

Aneurysm of extracranial carotid artery is an uncommon clinical disease and that presenting as a
ruptured aneurysm is extremely rare. This entity represents a challenge to treatment strategy. A 54
year old hypertensive male presented with painful, pulsatile mass in left neck. Duplex scan revealed
the ruptured left carotid artery at its bifurcation. Angiogram depicted clear picture of ruptured
carotid artery aneurysm. Resection of aneurysm was performed with placement of external carotid
shunt. Continuity was maintained with interposition of Dacron graft.

Key words: aneurysm, angiography, carotid artery, dacron graft

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Published

2008-10-01

How to Cite

Shrestha, U. K. (2008). Ruptured Aneurysm of Extracranial Carotid Artery. Journal of Nepal Medical Association, 47(172). https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.165

Issue

Vol. 47 No. 172 (2008)

Section

Case Reports

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