Peripheral aneurysms
Localized enlargement and wall weakening of peripheral arteries.
Localized enlargement and wall weakening of peripheral arteries. In vascular surgery, this condition is assessed using symptoms, risk factors and imaging findings. The goal is timely diagnosis, reduced complication risk and selection of an appropriate treatment plan.
Symptoms
- check_circlePulsating swelling
- check_circleLeg pain
- check_circleColdness
- check_circleBluish toes
- check_circleSometimes no symptoms
When to see a doctor
A vascular surgeon should be consulted if symptoms persist, worsen, or if a wound, skin color change, sudden pain or leg swelling develops.
Diagnostics
Diagnosis is based on symptoms, medical examination and imaging results interpreted together. Related diagnostics: duplex-ultrasound, ct-angiography, mr-angiography.
Treatment
Treatment is selected individually based on disease stage, vascular anatomy, risk factors and the patient's overall condition. Related treatments: vascular-reconstruction, vascular-bypass, vascular-stenting.