Cystic Artery Pseudoaneurysm After Liver Biopsy: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Bezold Amy, Tran Xuan, Edhayan Gautam, Javaid Uzair, Shestopalov Alexander
Primary Institution: Oregon Health and Science University, University of Texas Medical Branch, Houston Vascular Care
Conclusion
The case highlights a rare complication of transjugular liver biopsy, which can lead to significant morbidity.
Supporting Evidence
- Cystic artery pseudoaneurysms are rare but can cause life-threatening bleeding.
- The patient had significant blood loss after the biopsy, leading to the discovery of the pseudoaneurysm.
- Endovascular embolization successfully treated the pseudoaneurysm.
- The patient was discharged after six days without further complications.
Takeaway
This study talks about a man who had a rare problem after a liver biopsy that caused bleeding, but doctors were able to fix it with a special procedure.
Methodology
The patient underwent a transjugular liver biopsy followed by imaging and endovascular embolization.
Limitations
The case report is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 52-year-old male with a history of alcoholic liver cirrhosis.
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