- ISSN: 1573-4056
- E-ISSN: 1875-6603
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oa Co-existing Mediastinal Venous Malformation and Fusiform Superior Vena Cava Aneurysm in a Patient with Ischemic Stroke: A Case Report and Review of Literature
- Source: Current Medical Imaging, Volume 20, Issue 1, Jan 2024, e15734056309105
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- 11 Mar 2024
- 04 Jul 2024
- 01 Jan 2024
Abstract
Background
Mediastinal venous malformation (MVM) and fusiform superior vena cava aneurysm (F-SVCA) are both rare congenital vascular anomalies.
Case Presentation
A 46-year-old male presented with acute ischemic stroke of unknown etiology. Computed tomography (CT) angiography revealed the coexistence of MVM and F-SVCA. Diagnostic venography demonstrated a significant reduction in blood flow velocity within the F-SVCA, but failed to identify a direct connection to the left heart system or pulmonary vein. The patient expired due to extensive brain damage caused by a stroke.
Conclusion
This case may increase the necessity of meticulous radiological evaluation and preventive management for these anomalies, as mediastinal vascular anomalies can result in thromboembolic complications.
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