Traumatic Pseudoaneurysm of the Superficial Temporal Artery.
- Author:
Yoon Soo YANG
1
;
Jin Seong KIM
;
Jai Keun LEE
;
Ki Hwan HONG
Author Information
1. Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine, Chonbuk National University, Jeongju, Korea. yang2002@dreamwiz.com
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
False aneurysm;
Temporal arteries;
Facial injuries
- MeSH:
Aneurysm, False*;
Diagnosis;
Facial Injuries;
Ligation;
Physical Examination;
Temporal Arteries*;
Wounds, Nonpenetrating
- From:Korean Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
2005;48(1):101-104
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Pseudoaneurysm of the superficial temporal artery is very rare and can potentially be a critical cause of facial masses. Most pseudoaneurysms form as a result of blunt trauma and present as painless, pulsatile tumors that may be associated with neuropathic findings and enlarged size. They can be accurately diagnosed through physical examination alone. The treatment of choice is surgical ligation and resection. We present a case of traumatic pseudoaneurysm of the superficial temporal artery caused by blunt injury and discuss pertinent diagnosis and treatment option.
