External jugular vein aneurysm: a source of thrombotic complications.
| Title | External jugular vein aneurysm: a source of thrombotic complications. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2010 |
| Authors | Ioannou, C. V., Kostas T., Tsetis D., Georgakarakos E., Gionis M., & Katsamouris A. N. |
| Journal | Int Angiol |
| Volume | 29 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pagination | 284-5 |
| Date Published | 2010 Jun |
| ISSN | 1827-1839 |
| Keywords | Adult, Anesthesia, Local, Aneurysm, Anticoagulants, Female, Humans, Jugular Veins, Ligation, Pulmonary Embolism, Treatment Outcome, Vascular Surgical Procedures, Venous Thrombosis |
| Abstract | Superficial venous aneurysms are rare and usually are uneventful. We present a case in which a 40-year old female presenting with a thrombosed external jugular vein aneurysm which previously caused an undetected pulmonary embolism. The aneurysm was excised and the external jugular vein was ligated under local anesthesia and anticoagulation was initiated. In conclusion aneurysms of the superficial venous system should be considered as a possible source of pulmonary emboli. These sites can safely be excised and ligated under local anesthesia offering long term protection from its possible complications. |
| Alternate Journal | Int Angiol |
| PubMed ID | 20502418 |
