Abstract

JIMENEZ, César E; VALENCIA, Álex  and  CORREA, Juan R. Aneurysm of the innominate trunk: literature review and case presentation. rev. colomb. cir. [online]. 2012, vol.27, n.2, pp.167-173. ISSN 2011-7582.

Aneurysms of the innominate artery are widely considered to be rare entities; the innominate artery pathology includes a myriad of entities such as, arteriovenous fistulas, post traumatic pseudo aneurysms, rupture and dissection, as well as true aneurysms. Usually detected as asymptomatic masses, such aneurysms may cause life-threatening complications, including distal embolism to the central nervous system or upper extremity. We present a literature review and describe our experience with one patient that underwent surgical treatment for an aneurysm of the innominate artery.

Keywords : brachiocephalic trunk; aneurysm; surgery.

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