An acutely ischaemic hand in a young adult due to subclavian artery aneurysm (SAA) caused by a cervical rib: a case report

IntroductionTrue subclavian artery aneurysms are relatively rare lesions. Thoracic outlet compression is responsible for 75% of aneurysms.

They are formed as a result of compression by, for example a cervical rib.Case PresentationWe present a case of subclavian artery aneurysm secondary to a cervical rib in a 25-year-old young Asian adult, who presented with an acutely ischaemic upper limb. A Computed Tomography angiogram revealed a right sided cervical rib and sacular aneurysm in the mid- portion of the subclavianartery.

Conclusion: Although it is a rare condition, it is important to be aware especially in the young age group.

Surgical management has very favourable outcomes in these patients.

Author: Karen Tam, Kanchana Seneviratne, Rajiv Pathak and Ajantha Jayatunga
Credits/Source: Cases Journal 2008, 1:140

Published on: 2008-09-04

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