Popliteal pseudoaneurysm after FOLFOX chemotherapy for metastatic colorectal cancer

ConclusionDifferentiating aneurysms as false (pseudo) or true is important to help determine the underlying aetiology. Common causes of pseudoaneurysms include arterial, blunt or penetrating trauma. True aneurysms commonly develop from inflammatory atherosclerosis, however mycotic infection, inflammatory arteritis, and entrapment syndrome should be excluded. There may be some evidence to suggest a genetic predisposition to popliteal artery aneurysms. Anecdotal evidence suggests a weak association between chemotherapy and aneurysm progression, warranting further investigation into a causative link.
Source: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports - Category: Surgery Source Type: research