Delayed presentation of bilateral popliteal artery injury.
Eur J Vasc Surg
; 6(6): 673-6, 1992 Nov.
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ABSTRACT
We describe a patient who developed serious vascular complications following gunshot wounds to both popliteal fossae. There was minimal evidence of vascular injury on presentation to hospital, in particular ankle systolic pressures were normal. Five days following the initial injuries he was found to have a false aneurysm of the popliteal artery in his right leg and an arteriovenous fistula affecting the popliteal vessels of his left leg. The roles of arteriography and Doppler pressure studies in assessment of possible peripheral vascular injury following penetrating trauma are discussed. It is emphasised that a high index of suspicion and careful clinical review is essential if vascular injuries and their complications are not to be missed.
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Artéria Poplítea
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Ferimentos por Arma de Fogo
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Falso Aneurisma
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
1992
Tipo de documento:
Article