An acutely ischaemic hand in a young adult due to subclavian artery aneurysm (SAA) caused by a cervical rib: A case report.
BACKGROUND
True subclavian artery aneurysms are relatively rare lesions. Thoracic outlet compression is responsible for 75% of aneurysms. They are formed as a result of compression by, for example a cervical rib.


METHODS
We present a case of subclavian artery aneurysm secondary to a cervical rib in a 25-year-old young Asian adult, who presented with an acutely ischaemic upper limb. A Computed Tomography angiogram revealed a right sided cervical rib and sacular aneurysm in the mid-portion of the subclavian artery.


CONCLUSIONS
Although it is a rare condition, it is important to be aware especially in the young age group. Surgical management has very favourable outcomes in these patients.
Tam
Karen
K
Vascular Surgical Department, Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley, UK. kanchanaseneviratne@doctors.org.uk.
Seneviratne
Kanchana
K
Pathak
Rajiv
R
Jayatunga
Ajantha
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