Document Type
Article
Department
Surgery
Abstract
Abstract
INTRODUCTION:
There are variations in the anatomy of the vertebrobasilar system amongst which the Anterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery-Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery (AICA-PICA) variant is thought to have a prevalence of 20-24% (based on retrospective studies). Despite this, aneurysms of the AICA-PICA variant are rare. We present a case of an AICA-PICA aneurysm and discuss its presentation and management, along with a review of literature.
PRESENTATION OF CASE:
We describe the case of a 35 year old female who presented with signs of meningismus. On the basis of radiological imaging it was initially misdiagnosed as a thrombosed arteriovenous malformation (AVM). The patient was eventually discharged with a plan of interval imaging and interventional radiology (if required). The patient presented again with similar signs and symptoms. Re-evaluation of imaging revealed an aneurysm of the AICA-PICA variant which was managed surgically.
DISCUSSION:
Aneurysms of the AICA-PICA variant are rare. The radiological features and surgical management represent a unique clinical entity and are discussed below.
CONCLUSION:
The prevalence of the AICA-PICA variant might be high but aneurysms in this vessel are rare. The scant knowledge available on this subject makes it a diagnostic difficulty.
Publication (Name of Journal)
Int J Surg Case Rep
Recommended Citation
Akhtar, S.,
Azeem, A.,
Jiwani, ,.,
Javed, G.
(2016). Aneurysm in the anterior inferior cerebellar artery-posterior inferior cerebellar artery variant: case report and review of literature. Int J Surg Case Rep, 22(3), 23-27.
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https://ecommons.aku.edu/pakistan_fhs_mc_surg_surg/579