An Unusual Case of Acute Foot Drop Caused by a Pseudoaneurysm
2011
Acute Foot Drop Caused by a Pseudoaneurysm
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Christopher J. Wong, Eric E. Kraus
Primary Institution: University of Washington
Hypothesis
Can an internal iliac artery pseudoaneurysm cause acute foot drop?
Conclusion
The case illustrates that an internal iliac artery pseudoaneurysm can lead to acute foot drop, a rare presentation.
Supporting Evidence
- Lower extremity neurologic symptoms are common, but lumbosacral plexopathy is often overlooked.
- Imaging studies revealed a pseudoaneurysm as the cause of the patient's symptoms.
- The patient's pain resolved after the embolization procedure.
Takeaway
A 73-year-old man had sudden foot pain and trouble walking because of a problem with a blood vessel in his body.
Methodology
The patient underwent imaging studies, electrodiagnostic studies, and coil embolization of the pseudoaneurysm.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 73-year-old male.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Want to read the original?
Access the complete publication on the publisher's website