Saccular aneurysm in arm secondary to accidental arterial puncture

Eur J Pediatr Surg. 2003 Aug;13(4):266-7. doi: 10.1055/s-2003-42246.

Abstract

We present a rare case of saccular aneurysm localised in the arm of a breast-feeding baby, secondary to accidental arterial puncture. Colour Doppler echography showed a cystic lesion with turbulent arterial flow related to the humeral artery. Complete surgical resection of the aneurysm was achieved.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aneurysm / diagnostic imaging
  • Aneurysm / etiology
  • Aneurysm / surgery*
  • Arm
  • Brachial Artery / diagnostic imaging
  • Brachial Artery / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Needlestick Injuries / complications*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Ultrasonography, Doppler, Color
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures / methods