- Research Article
- 10.1016/j.tcr.2025.101148
Traumatic pseudoaneurysm of the peroneal artery following lower extremity fracture - A case report and review of the literature.
- Apr 01, 2025
- Trauma case reports
- Christian Thomas Hübner + 4 more +4
This report documents a rare case of arterial aneurysm following a closed midshaft tibial and fibular fracture. Briefly, a 17-year-old female suffered a traumatic lower extremity fracture and was treated by intramedullary nailing of the tibia. After an uneventful postoperative course, she noted a painful and pulsating swelling of the lateral aspect of the lower extremity about 2weeks post op. Diagnostic ultrasound confirmed formation of traumatic pseudoaneurysm of the peroneal artery adjacent to the fibular fracture. Subsequent endovascular treatment using coil-embolization was successful. Bony healing occurred in a timely fashion and the patient returned to pain free semi-professional sports activities.
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