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Triple case report of persistent sciatic artery in Ethiopia: a rare vascular anomaly.

Authors :
Assefa, Rahel Abebayehu
Zeleke, Henok T/Silassie
Aboye, Azmera Gissila
Source :
Journal of Surgical Case Reports. Aug2024, Vol. 2024 Issue 8, p1-4. 4p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Persistent sciatic artery (PSA) is a rare congenital vascular anomaly resulting from embryologic axial artery malformation in the lower limb. This case report presents three patients aged 45–60, each with bilateral PSA presenting with symptoms indicative of PSA complications, including aneurysmal degeneration, limb ischemia, thromboembolism, or neuralgia from nerve compression. It highlights the diagnostic process, management strategies, and clinical outcomes observed at a tertiary referral hospital. Treatment involved a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach with vascular surgeons, internists, and radiologists tailoring interventions to individual patient findings and disease progression. This report aims to provide insights into the diverse presentations and management of PSA in a resource limited setting, encouraging further reporting and case studies to enhance understanding of therapeutic outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20428812
Volume :
2024
Issue :
8
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Surgical Case Reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
179399958
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjae474