Endovascular treatment of popliteal artery aneurysm. Early and midterm results

Abstract

the results of this study are similar to other published series. Probably, with the development of new devices that support the mechanical characteristics found on the thighs, there will be improved performance and prognosis of endovascular restoration.

Successful Interventional Treatment of a Huge Pseudoaneurysm of the Popliteal Artery Caused by a Percutaneous Balloon Angioplasty Complication: A Case Report

“…However, stent placement is generally avoided in the popliteal artery because it is an anatomical site of constant flexion, particularly in young patients. Furthermore, endovascular repair has a high rate of remodeling, low long-term patency, and risks of device migration, occlusion, and fracture ( 9 ).…”

Tratamento de aneurisma de artéria poplítea bilateral

“…Popliteal artery aneurysms are the most common type of peripheral aneurysm, in 50% of cases they present bilaterally, and they can be found coexisting with abdominal aortic aneurysms in 60% of cases. 2 Although 80% of them are asymptomatic at the time of diagnosis, 11 they tend to become symptomatic over time, at a rate of 14% per year. 12 In contrast with aneurysms of the abdominal aorta, in which rupture is the major complication, popliteal artery aneurysms are prone to thrombosis with acute ischemia and risk of limb loss.…”

“…Popliteal artery aneurysms account for approximately 85% of all peripheral arterial aneurysms and are bilateral in 50% of patients. 1,2 They are more common among males and the elderly. 3 Among younger patients, a relationship has been observed with osteochondroma.…”