Embolization of a pulmonary arterial pseudoaneurysm with endovascular coils.
Unrecognized pseudoaneurysm or rupture of a pulmonary artery is a rare but potentially catastrophic complication of pulmonary arterial catheterization. Herein, we describe a teenage patient with a pulmonary arterial pseudoaneurysm, probably iatrogenic, who presented with haemoptysis following catheterization of the right heart. The pseudoaneurysm was successfully embolized using coils inserted by catheter. Increased awareness of this lesion, its rapid recognition, and prompt therapy are the keys to a successful outcome.
Menon
Shaji C
SC
Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905, United States of America. menon.shaji@mayo.edu
Stanson
Anthony W
AW
Hagler
Donald J
DJ
D000293:Adolescent; D017541:Aneurysm, False / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D004621:Embolization, Therapeutic; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011651:Pulmonary Artery / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D011859:Radiography