ISSN:
1432-0509
Keywords:
Pseudoaneurysm
;
Pancreatitis
;
Arterial embolization
;
Necrotizing pancreatitis
;
Splenic artery embolization
;
Pseudoaneurysm occlusion
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract A case of successful obliteration of a bleeding splenic artery pseudoaneurysm secondary to necrotizing pancreatitis is reported. The material used for embolization was stainless steel coils. A variation of the technique is introduced. Instead of occluding the pseudoaneurysm cavity itself, embolization only of the afferent vessel is advised.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01887676