Unusual manifestations of brachiocephalic vascular disease.
Vascular problems involving the brachiocephalic vessels may occur from atherosclerosis, trauma, vasculitis, infection, and procedures for congenital heart disease. A wide variety of symptoms and signs may result from such disorders. This study is a report of five unusual manifestations of brachiocephalic vascular diseases. Diagnosis, management, and previous surgical experience is discussed relating to each case illustrating the complexity and variability of brachiocephalic vascular pathology.
Davidson
J T
JT
Department of Surgery, Roanoke Memorial Hospitals, Virginia.
George
J E
JE
D000328:Adult; D016122:Brachiocephalic Trunk / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries / Q000473:pathology; D003251:Constriction, Pathologic; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011859:Radiography; D014652:Vascular Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy