Extra Anatomical Bypass for Common Femoral Artery Pseudoaneurysm following Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA)

Authors

  • HJ Kruger
  • JH Couch
  • GV Oosthuizen

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26676/jevtm.v5i1.190

Keywords:

REBOA, Pseudoaneurysm, REBOA Complications

Abstract

Background: Improvements in the instrumentation and guidelines for the use of Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA) have increased its use as an adjunct in managing haemorrhagic shock. REBOA-related complications continue to be assessed and described.

Methods: We describe a case of a femoral artery pseudoaneurysm within an infected groin wound after REBOA usage in a 25-year-old male after several bouts of sepsis and complications related to the initial penetrating injury and associated stay in the intensive care unit.

Results: An extra-anatomical external iliac-to-superficial femoral artery bypass was performed using a 6-mm polytetrafluoroethylene graft to treat the femoral artery pseudoaneurysm successfully.

Conclusion: REBOA is a well-described adjunct in the management of haemorrhagic shock. The immediate and delayed complications should be not overlooked. Deviations from the expected post-operative course should be promptly recognised and managed by a clinician with appropriate expertise.

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Published

2021-06-04

How to Cite

Kruger, H., Couch, J., & Oosthuizen, G. (2021). Extra Anatomical Bypass for Common Femoral Artery Pseudoaneurysm following Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA). Journal of Endovascular Resuscitation and Trauma Management, 5(1), 57–60. https://doi.org/10.26676/jevtm.v5i1.190

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