Chronic Pseudoaneurysm of the Right Subclavian Artery: A Rare Case Presentation and Review

Rekha Tanwar, Shishir Chumber, Kavita Vani

Abstract: This article presents the case of a 64 year old female diagnosed with a chronic pseudoaneurysm of the right subclavian artery, caused by a nonsignificant blunt trauma 20 years prior. The patient reported shortness of breath and right hand weakness, accompanied by a slowly enlarging mass in the right supraclavicular fossa. Clinical and radiological investigations, including contrast enhanced CT, confirmed the vascular nature of the mass, revealing a large pseudoaneurysm in the right subclavian artery. A detailed discussion of subclavian artery pseudoaneurysms, their causes, diagnostic methods, and treatment options, including surgical resection and stent grafting, is provided. The case emphasizes the importance of early detection and intervention in preventing life threatening complications such as rupture or thrombosis.

Keywords: pseudoaneurysm, subclavian artery, trauma, mediastinal mass, surgical treatment

How to Cite?: Rekha Tanwar, Shishir Chumber, Kavita Vani, "Chronic Pseudoaneurysm of the Right Subclavian Artery: A Rare Case Presentation and Review", Volume 13 Issue 9, September 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 578-579, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR24908224406, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR24908224406