ABSTRACT
Aneurysms of the renal artery and splenic artery are uncommon but clinically important, as they pose a risk of rupture with a high fatality rate. Indications for surgical or endovascular repair are based on aneurysm location and risk factors for rupture, such as aneurysm size, growth, and associated conditions, while medical management is also important. Regular surveillance with imaging is critical before and after intervention to guide treatment.
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- Tom Kai Ming Wang, MBCHB, MD(res), FRACP⇑
- Advanced Cardiac Imaging Fellow, Section of Cardiovascular Imaging, Heart Vascular, and Thoracic Institute, Cleveland Clinic
- Address:
Tom Kai Ming Wang, MD, Section of Cardiovascular Imaging, J1-5, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195; wangt2{at}ccf.org
- Milind Y. Desai, MD
ABSTRACT
Aneurysms of the renal artery and splenic artery are uncommon but clinically important, as they pose a risk of rupture with a high fatality rate. Indications for surgical or endovascular repair are based on aneurysm location and risk factors for rupture, such as aneurysm size, growth, and associated conditions, while medical management is also important. Regular surveillance with imaging is critical before and after intervention to guide treatment.
Footnotes
The authors report no relevant financial relationships which, in the context of their contributions, could be perceived as a potential conflict of interest.
- Copyright © 2020 The Cleveland Clinic Foundation. All Rights Reserved.