Giant aneurysm of the extracranial internal carotid artery

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2010 May;20(5):345-6.

Abstract

Aneurysm of the extracranial internal artery is a rare condition with incidence of 0.8-1% of all aneurysms. It can give rise to serious complications like; haemorrhage due to rupture, stroke and thrmboembolism. Its treatment is technically challenging. One such case of giant aneurysm of extracranial internal carotid artery was found in a 70 years old lady. The aneurysm was treated by proximal and distal ligation of the internal carotid artery and excision of the aneurysm with excellent postoperative recovery and early follow-up.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aneurysm / diagnosis*
  • Aneurysm / etiology
  • Aneurysm / therapy*
  • Carotid Artery Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Carotid Artery Diseases / etiology
  • Carotid Artery Diseases / therapy*
  • Carotid Artery, Internal*
  • Female
  • Frail Elderly
  • Humans