Mohammad Reza Rouhezamin, Sara Haseli, Jafar Golzarian, Hadi Rokni
{"title":"Endovascular Treatment of Primary Bilateral Racemose Hemangioma With Multiple Bilateral Bronchial Artery Aneurysms: A Case Report and Review of Literature.","authors":"Mohammad Reza Rouhezamin, Sara Haseli, Jafar Golzarian, Hadi Rokni","doi":"10.1177/15385744251339962","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251339962","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A 36-year-old man was presented with hemoptysis. The contrast enhanced chest computed tomography and bronchial angiography revealed multiple bilateral ostial and intraparenchymal bronchial artery aneurysms (BAA) and bilateral primary Racemose hemangioma (PRH). Endovascular embolization with polyvinyl alcohol and n-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate was preferred to occlude the BAAs. Five days after the procedure, the patient was discharged and remained stable without recurrence over the 6 month follow up. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case of PRH with multiple bilateral BAAs and the second published case of bilateral BAAs. This study aims to describe the successful treatment method employed for management of this rare condition and review the published articles relating to BBA and PRH.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"719-724"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144040481","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Surgical Treatment of Lower Limb Lipodermatosclerosis Secondary to Congenital Absence of Infrarenal Inferior Vena Cava and Bilateral Common Iliac Veins.","authors":"Peng Wu, Fandong Li, Mengtao Wu, Dianjun Tang","doi":"10.1177/15385744251355191","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251355191","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundThe management of cutaneous dystrophy of lower limb resulting from congenital absence of inferior vena cava (IVC) primarily includes anticoagulation, compression stocking and bypass surgery. However, the clinical significance of surgical intervention for great saphenous vein (GSV) and pathologic perforator veins (PPVs) in combination with compression therapy remains unrecognized.Case ReportWe present a case report of a 44-year-old man experiencing bilateral legs heaviness and pain upon prolonged standing, as well as left leg lipodermatosclerosis due to congenital absence of infrarenal IVC and bilateral common iliac veins. He underwent ligation and stripping of GSV along with ligation of PPVs followed by postoperative compression therapy. After 7 years of follow-up, all symptoms and signs completely resolved with a decrease in venous clinical severity score from 16 preoperatively to 3 postoperatively.ConclusionFor patient with lower limb cutaneous dystrophy due to the absence of IVC, it is feasible to perform high ligation and stripping of the GSV on the basis of accurate anatomic and hemodynamic evaluation, but long-term compression therapy is required.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"769-773"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144487606","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Bilateral Acute Lower Limb Ischemia Caused by Paradoxical Embolism Through a Patent Foramen Ovale Treated With the DISASTER Technique: A Case Report.","authors":"Eitaro Umehara, Yutaro Nagase, Shunpei Yao, Atsushi Miyajima, Naoto Inoue, Arata Hagikura, Takanori Kusuyama","doi":"10.1177/15385744251355186","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251355186","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Paradoxical embolism (PDE) through a patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a rare cause of acute limb ischemia (ALI). When surgical thrombectomy using a Fogarty catheter is not feasible, the DISASTER technique represents a viable and effective endovascular treatment strategy.</p><p><strong>Case report: </strong>A 51-year-old woman presented with the sudden onset of bilateral lower extremity pain and coldness. She had been receiving estrogen therapy for irregular menstruation. Angiography revealed a claw sign in the distal superficial femoral artery. She declined surgical thrombectomy due to concerns about invasiveness. Catheter-directed thrombectomy and thrombus aspiration were performed using the DISASTER (Diamond-Shaped wire Accelerate Splicing process of Thrombus used for Emergent Revascularization) technique. Ultrasound examination identified a thrombus distal to the left common femoral vein. Anticoagulation therapy with a direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) was initiated. Comprehensive hematological testing revealed no evidence of an underlying coagulopathy. Additionally, no intracardiac thrombus or valvular vegetations were detected. Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) identified a Grade 2 patent foramen ovale (PFO), suggesting paradoxical embolism as the likely etiology. The patient remained free of thromboembolic events postoperatively.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This report highlights the feasibility of catheter-directed thrombectomy and thrombus aspiration as an effective alternative to surgical intervention for acute limb ischemia. In cases of ALI of unknown etiology, paradoxical embolism should be suspected. Therefore, a comprehensive evaluation, including venous ultrasound and transesophageal echocardiography, is essential to identify a potential PFO or other embolic sources. Early recognition and appropriate management of paradoxical embolism may help prevent recurrent thromboembolic events and improve patient outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"763-768"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144334754","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ahmed Azhar Ali, Mostafa M Abdelgawad, Mosaad A Soliman, Khalid A Mowafy
{"title":"Saphenous Bypass for Treating Anterior Nutcracker Syndrome After Failed Renal Vein Transposition: A Case Report.","authors":"Ahmed Azhar Ali, Mostafa M Abdelgawad, Mosaad A Soliman, Khalid A Mowafy","doi":"10.1177/15385744251355225","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251355225","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>AimTo report on a case of renal vein anterior nutcracker syndrome (ANCS) that was treated using saphenous vein bypass after a failed attempt of renal vein transposition.CaseA 42-year-old female presented with gross hematuria and flank pain. Computed tomography revealed a left renal vein (LRV) anterior nutcracker syndrome. An attempt to perform LRV transposition failed due to short vein length. A saphenous bypass was then harvested to perform a bypass between the inferior vena cava and LRV. At 6-month follow-up, the patient remained symptom-free, and imaging confirmed graft patency.ConclusionSaphenous vein bypass presents a viable option in patients with short renal vein or failed renal vein transposition in cases of ANCS.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"783-787"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144546751","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jorge Rey, Arash Bornak, Christopher Montoya, Camilo Polania, Stefan Kenel-Pierre, Naixin Kang, Matthew Sussman, Kathy Gonzalez, Young Erben
{"title":"Aortoenteric Fistulas Following Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair: A Review.","authors":"Jorge Rey, Arash Bornak, Christopher Montoya, Camilo Polania, Stefan Kenel-Pierre, Naixin Kang, Matthew Sussman, Kathy Gonzalez, Young Erben","doi":"10.1177/15385744251339966","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251339966","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundSecondary aortoenteric fistulas (SAEF) following endovascular aortic repair (EVAR) is an extremely rare event but life threatening. Our review offers comprehensive knowledge on pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment options.AimTo summarize the current literature regarding pathophysiology, clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic approach of aortoenteric fistulas secondary to EVAR.MethodsWe performed a literature search in Pubmed/MEDLINE to identify the literature published about SAEF after EVAR. Cases were summarized in a table and prevalences. Other relevant literature was included in the results sections.ResultsA total of 35 reports (single cases and small series) with 45 patients were included. SAEF after EVAR can result from infection, inflammation, or mechanical factors. Clinical presentation is often non-specific, ranging from a gastrointestinal herald bleed to hemorrhagic shock, or malaise and general infection-related symptoms. Cross-sectional imaging plays a critical role in diagnosing SAEF. The treatment approach involves a multidisciplinary team approach and requires broad-spectrum intravenous antibiotics, endovascular intervention for urgent hemorrhage control, and open surgical intervention for definitive repair. Long-term antimicrobial therapy is essential to avoid reinfection.ConclusionsSAEF following EVAR represents a complex, life-threatening condition with limited evidence-based management strategies. Given the growing prevalence of endovascular procedures, comprehensive knowledge of SAEF is crucial for all health care providers to improve early diagnosis and outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"695-705"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144051278","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ricardo Augusto Carvalho Lujan, Miguel Godeiro Fernandez, Fernanda Costa Sampaio Silva, Giselli Azevedo Lujan, Diego Antonio de Melo Mascarenhas, Marcelo Luis Pereira de Souza Filho, Roque Aras Junior
{"title":"Arterial Palmar Arch Aneurysms Management: Case Series.","authors":"Ricardo Augusto Carvalho Lujan, Miguel Godeiro Fernandez, Fernanda Costa Sampaio Silva, Giselli Azevedo Lujan, Diego Antonio de Melo Mascarenhas, Marcelo Luis Pereira de Souza Filho, Roque Aras Junior","doi":"10.1177/15385744251343706","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251343706","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>IntroductionTrue aneurysms of the upper limb, particularly in the hands, are rare and challenging to manage. We aim to report two cases of true arterial palmar arch aneurysms surgically treated.Case ReportThe first case involved a 45-year-old male professional martial artist with an ulnar artery aneurysm extending to the superficial palmar arch in the right hand. The second case was a 32-year-old female administrative assistant with a radial artery aneurysm in the left hand. Despite their respective professions, neither patient had a history of significant trauma, recent excessive training, or prolonged work hours. Clinically, both presented with local pain. Diagnostic imaging confirmed the aneurysms. The surgical interventions included proximal and distal vessel ligation and aneurysm resection under local anesthesia. Both patients were discharged on the first postoperative day without complications and showed no vascular complications during a 5-year follow-up.ConclusionAneurysms with marked rarity require individualized treatment with surgical options tailored to the clinical presentation and vascular status.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"742-747"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144096573","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dhyana Shivakumar, Mohammed Fahad Khan, Reddi Prasad Yadavali, Vishwanath Siddini, H Sudarshan Ballal
{"title":"Unmasking Renal Artery Pseudoaneurysm: A Rare and Elusive Cause of Hypertension.","authors":"Dhyana Shivakumar, Mohammed Fahad Khan, Reddi Prasad Yadavali, Vishwanath Siddini, H Sudarshan Ballal","doi":"10.1177/15385744251355244","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251355244","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A 49-year-old man with hypertension for 2 years, was incidentally found to have right intrarenal aneurysms during a routine abdominal ultrasound examination. He reported fluctuating blood pressure readings over the past 18 months. Laboratory parameters were within normal limits, with a serum creatinine level of 1.05 mg/dL. An abdominal CT angiogram revealed a large lobulated intrarenal aneurysm in the lower pole, which communicated with another smaller cortical aneurysm. Additional features suggested the presence of an arteriovenous (AV) fistula. Upon further questioning, the patient disclosed a history of blunt abdominal trauma following a motor vehicle accident 3 years ago. This trauma likely explains the CT findings and the development of hypertension secondary to renovascular disease in this patient. Angiography confirmed the presence of 2 renal artery pseudoaneurysms in the midpolar region, for which selective coil embolization was performed. The patient was stable and asymptomatic at his 2-week follow-up. His blood pressure reading was 110/80 mmHg, showing improvement compared to his pre-procedure recordings. There are very few reported cases of renal pseudoaneurysms causing secondary hypertension. Additionally, this case highlights that successful embolization can result in a substantial improvement in hypertension in these patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"779-782"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144510209","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Arnolda Marija Baškytė, Donatas Opulskis, Milda Kuprytė, Antanas Jankauskas, Linas Velička
{"title":"Unveiling Aortic Angiosarcoma: A Rare and Aggressive Vascular Malignancy in Vascular Oncology - A Case Report.","authors":"Arnolda Marija Baškytė, Donatas Opulskis, Milda Kuprytė, Antanas Jankauskas, Linas Velička","doi":"10.1177/15385744251355185","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251355185","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Primary aortic malignancy is a very rare pathology, with only 190 cases of aortic tumors reported in the literature to date. Usually, symptoms are insidious and nonspecific, so the disease is diagnosed at an advanced stage. <b>Objective:</b> Here, we present a case report of a primary malignant tumor of the aorta. In our case, the diagnosis was established using computed tomography angiography (CTA) and biopsy of indeterminate masses obtained during aortography. <b>Methods:</b> The patient underwent surgical resection of the affected aortic segment along with a tumor. Histopathological examination revealed the diagnosis of a primary malignant tumor of the aorta - angiosarcoma. Postoperatively, patient received adjuvant chemotherapy according to the standard treatment regimen for sarcoma. <b>Results:</b> One month later, postoperative CT of a chest, abdomen and pelvis was performed, revealing no evidence of metastases or pathological lymph nodes in the examined areas. <b>Conclusion</b>: Combined surgical and systemic therapies may improve overall survival.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"748-753"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12391606/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144340736","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Innovative Approach for Successful Cure of a Digital AVM With Glue and Venous Tourniquet.","authors":"Puneet Garg, Geetika Sindhwani, Aditi Saini, Resham Singh","doi":"10.1177/15385744251355238","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251355238","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundArteriovenous malformations (AVM) of the digits are rare and carry a poor prognosis after surgical resection and embolisation and usually end up in digital amputation. We present a unique case of a digit AVM treated using glue by dual approach, ie, transarterial and percutaneous route with a proximal tourniquet, where we could completely salvage the digit involved with a significant reduction in symptoms.Case PresentationWe report a case of a 20-year-old male who presented with swelling of the right ring finger for the past 10 years, with new onset pain and increased swelling size in the last 2 years. A diagnosis of arteriovenous malformation was made on ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) imaging. To salvage the digit, meticulous planning and multidisciplinary discussion for embolization using super-selective angiography were done. Successful embolisation of nidus with feeder from both metacarpal arteries of the ring finger was done using glue by transarterial and percutaneous route with a proximal tourniquet. Near total obliteration of nidus was achieved with no early opacification of the draining vein. Short-term follow-up of 4 months revealed a significant reduction of swelling and pain with no major complication.ConclusionsGlue embolization with a dual approach and proximal tourniquet is safe and effective in digital AVM for symptom reduction with no major complication.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"758-762"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144334755","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Successful Management of Spontaneous Iliac Vein Rupture With Coil Embolization: A Case Report.","authors":"Yoshihiro Aoki, Takanobu Otaguro, Takeshi Hayashida, Koichi Hayakawa, Ichiro Sakamoto","doi":"10.1177/15385744251355193","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15385744251355193","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundSpontaneous iliac vein rupture is a rare but life-threatening condition, often associated with deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Current treatment options include surgical repair and endovascular interventions, but consensus on optimal management is lacking.Case ReportA 74-year-old woman presented with hypotension, altered consciousness, and left leg swelling. Imaging revealed a massive retroperitoneal hematoma with active bleeding from a ruptured left external iliac vein. Successful hemostasis was achieved using coil embolization, followed by anticoagulation for DVT management.ConclusionThis case demonstrates that coil embolization can be an effective minimally invasive treatment option for spontaneous iliac vein rupture, particularly in patients who may not tolerate surgical intervention.</p>","PeriodicalId":94265,"journal":{"name":"Vascular and endovascular surgery","volume":" ","pages":"754-757"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144334756","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}