Transcatheter arterial embolization for the treatment of splenic artery aneurysms: clinical results in eight cases
- VernacularTitle:经导管动脉栓塞治疗8例脾动脉瘤
- Author:
Zhiwei WANG
;
Xiaoguang LI
;
Zhengyu JIN
;
Ning YANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
splenic artery aneurysm;
true aneurysm;
pseudoaneurysm;
transcatheter arterial embolization
- From:Journal of Interventional Radiology
2009;18(11):871-873
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To assess the feasibility and effectiveness of transcatheter arterial embolization for the treatment of splenic artery aneurysms (SAAs). Methods Transcatheter splenic arterial embolization with coils was performed in eight cases of SAAs. The patients were followed for 3-36 months. The follow-up examinations with CT or color Doppler ultrasonic angiography were made. Results Technical success was achieved in all eight cases with no severe complications. During the follow-up period, one patient died of severe abdominal bleeding 10 months after the operation and the other seven patients remained in good condition with no occurrence of re-canalization of the lesions. Conclusion Transeatheter arterial embolization is a safe and effective treatment for splenic artery aneurysms. It is necessary to make a regular follow-up imaging study.
