Aneurysm formation at the site of percutaneous transluminal angioplasty: a report of two cases and a review of the literature.
Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) is a relatively recent but widely used technique. It is a safe procedure in experienced hands. Aneurysm formation at the site of angioplasty has rarely been recorded although the exact prevalence and natural history of the lesion is unknown. We review the literature and report a further three aneurysms complicating PTA in two patients.
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Department of Radiology, Leicester Royal Infirmary.
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000783:Aneurysm / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D000800:Angioplasty, Balloon / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D005263:Femoral Artery / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D007083:Iliac Artery / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography