Recurrent True Brachial Artery Aneurysm

Abstract

True aneurysm of the brachial artery is a rare disease entity. The mechanism of aneurysm formation is considered to be compression of the arterial wall, producing contusion of the media and subsequent weakness of the wall and fusiform dilatation. It can be caused by arteriosclerotic, congenital, and metabolic disorders, and can be associated with diseases such as Kawasaki's disease. Doppler ultrasonography, computed tomography, arteriography, and selective upper extremity angiography may be performed for establishing the diagnosis of aneurysm. The best therapeutic option is operative repair, and it should be performed without any delay, in order to prevent upper extremity ischemic or thrombotic sequelae. Here, we report a case of recurrent brachial artery aneurysm with review of the literature.

Acute right upper extremity ischemia resulting from true aneurysmof right brachial artery: A case report

“… 10 However, recurrence of brachial artery aneurysm has also been reported. 11 Our case also responded considerably to treatment and the postoperative course was uneventful. Thus, precise attention is necessary to prompt diagnosis and treatment of these relatively rare peripheral aneurysms.…”