Splenic artery aneurysms in pregnancy--a systematic review

Int J Surg. 2008 Jun;6(3):261-5. doi: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2007.08.002. Epub 2007 Aug 17.

Abstract

Visceral artery aneurysm is an uncommon pathology, with a potential for rupture. Splenic artery aneurysms (SAA) are most commonly (60%) associated with a high mortality rate of 25% in case of aneurysm rupture. This increases disproportionately to 75% among pregnant women with fetal mortality of 95%. Although this is a rare event, because of the associated catastrophic consequences, prompt management of splenic artery aneurysms (SAA) is of prime importance. This systematic review provides up-to-date information about the management of splenic artery aneurysms in pregnancy.

Publication types

  • Review
  • Systematic Review

MeSH terms

  • Aneurysm / diagnosis*
  • Aneurysm / physiopathology
  • Aneurysm / therapy*
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Embolization, Therapeutic
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy
  • Ligation
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / diagnosis*
  • Pregnancy Complications / physiopathology
  • Pregnancy Complications / therapy*
  • Splenectomy
  • Splenic Artery / physiopathology
  • Splenic Artery / surgery*