Ruptured aneurysm of the ulnar artery in a woman with neurofibromatosis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A 61-year-old woman with neurofibromatosis type 1 (Recklinghausen's disease) was referred for massive swelling of the right forearm, pain, increasing numbness, and impaired movement of the fingers. Angiography demonstrated a 13- x 11-mm aneurysm and a capped rupture of the ulnar artery. Because of the complicated soft-tissue condition, interventional treatment was indicated. Two 360 degrees coils were placed for embolization of the ruptured aneurysm. Arterial involvement in neurofibromatosis is a well known but infrequent occurrence. Stenotic lesions predominate. Aneurysmal defects are less common, and rupture of peripheral arteries is exceptional.
Medical subject headings
- Aneurysm, Ruptured
- Neurofibromatosis 1
- Ulnar Artery