Management of upper extremity aneurysms: a systematic review

Hybrid Approach of a Complex Aneurysm of the Subclavian-Axillary-Brachial Axis: A Case Report

“…12 A recent systematic review published by Kuntz et al found that these aneurysms are more frequent in men (75%), and the most common location is the brachial artery (34%). 1 Our patient had an extensive aneurysm involving the subclavian, axillary, and brachial arteries, associated with arteriomegaly of the initial segment of the subclavian artery. Most of the reported cases refer to focal dilatation of the arteries of the upper limbs, and pan-arterial dilation, as seen in our case, is rarely reported, occurring mainly in the brachial artery associated with hemodialysis arteriovenous fistulas.…”

“…12 A recent systematic review published by Kuntz et al found that these aneurysms are more frequent in men (75%), and the most common location is the brachial artery (34%). 1…”

“…Open surgical treatment remains the first choice, used in more than 90% of cases of upper extremity aneurysms, 1 usually with aneurismectomy and an interposition graft. Aneurysms of the brachial artery are easy to access, and vascular reconstruction could be achieved with low morbidity and good long-term patency.…”

“…Aneurysms of the upper extremities are rare, most frequently involving the brachial artery followed by the axillary artery. 1 Frequent etiologies include atherosclerosis, trauma, and infection (syphilis, tuberculosis, etc.). [2][3][4] Particularly, subclavian artery aneurysms could be associated with arterial thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS).…”

True radial artery aneurysm in a patient with somatic mosaicism for a mutation in platelet-derived growth factor receptor β gene

“…6 , 7 Operative repair is indicated if the RAA is symptomatic (eg, nerve compression, distal embolization, or rupture, which is exceedingly rare). 2 , 8 The repair options include bypass graft and ligation.…”