Popliteal Artery Pseudo-Aneurysm and Hereditary Multiple Exostoses

Abstract

We describe a rare case of a 21-year-old man presenting with hereditary multiple exostosis and a pseudo-aneurysm of the popliteal artery caused by femoral osteochondroma. Principles of management and surgical technique are discussed.

Key Words:

• Pseudo-aneurysm
• popliteal artery
• hereditary multiple exostoses

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R. Chamlou

R. chamlou Erasme University Hospital Department of Digestive Surgery Route de Lennik, 808 B-1070 Bruxelles Tel.: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [email protected]