Abstract
Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) is an unusual form of segmental arteriopathy and may affect the internal carotid artery (ICA). We report a case of carotid FMD in which percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) was complicated by an intimal tear and required surgical exploration. PTA is a useful form of treatment, but there is a risk of intimal dissection. If this occurs, it may be necessary to excise the intimal flap surgically.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 181-182 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Neuroradiology |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Mar 1985 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Fibromuscular dysplasia
- carotid artery
- complication
- percutaneous transluminal angioplasty