I.S. Malkov1, 2, M.R. Tagirov1, 2, N.R. Zakirzhanov1, V.N. Korobkov1, 2, B.A. Kanaev1
1KGMA — branch campus of the FSBEI FPE RMACPE MOH Russia, Kazan
2Kazan State Clinical Hospital No. 7 named after M.N. Sadykov, Kazan
Мalkov I.S. — MD, Professor, Head of the Department of Surgery
36 Butlerova St., Kazan 420012, Russian Federation, tел.: +7-965-594-40-07, e-mail: ismalkov@yahoo.com, ORCID ID: 0000-0003-2350-5178
Abstract. Popliteal artery pseudoaneurysms are serious vascular disorders that can occur as a result of trauma, surgery, or the presence of foreign bodies. These conditions require careful diagnosis and adequate surgical treatment to prevent serious complications such as thrombosis and limb ischemia. Pseudoaneurysms are more common in men, especially those over 60 years of age, but traumatic cases can also affect younger patients, as in the case of combat veterans. Injuries associated with firearms or explosions can result in the vessel wall damage and a hematoma formation, which can evolve into a pseudoaneurysm [1].
The purpose — to discuss the features of diagnosis and treatment of gunshot pseudoaneurysm of the popliteal artery using a clinical example.
Material and methods. Diagnosis of popliteal artery pseudoaneurysm includes various imaging techniques. Ultrasound is the first stage of diagnosis, which allows quickly assessing the condition of blood vessels and the presence of an aneurysm. CT angiography provides more detailed information about the vascular bed and allows precise localization of the aneurysm and foreign body.
Result. A smooth postoperative course, complete restoration of blood flow in the popliteal artery.
Key words: pseudoaneurysm of the popliteal artery, foreign body of the popliteal region