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Subclavian steal syndrome: a case study of diagnosis, management, and successful surgical resolution.
- Source :
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Journal of Surgical Case Reports . May2024, Vol. 2024 Issue 5, p1-4. 4p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Subclavian steal syndrome (SSS) is a rare vascular condition characterized by retrograde blood flow in the vertebral artery, often discovered incidentally in asymptomatic patients. We present a 65-year-old male with recurrent transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) attributed to 99% stenosis at the origin of the left subclavian artery, leading to SSS. Diagnostic modalities included duplex ultrasound, confirming inverted left vertebral artery flow, and multi-slice computed tomography angiography, confirming the diagnosis. Despite an unsuccessful attempt at balloon angioplasty, successful vascular surgery was performed, establishing a left carotid-vertebral artery bypass. The patient recovered well without complications. This case underscores the importance of considering SSS in TIA cases, utilizing non-invasive diagnostic tools, and highlighting the successful management of symptomatic SSS through surgical intervention. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20428812
- Volume :
- 2024
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Surgical Case Reports
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177681249
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjae280