Abstract
Arterial vasculopathy is a well-recognized but uncommon manifestation of neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF-1). It can manifest as stenoses, aneurysms or arteriovenous malformations. NF-1 vasculopathy typically involves the aorta, visceral arteries or carotid-vertebral circulation. Aortic and visceral vasculopathy typically presents as stenotic lesions, while aneurysms have been reported primarily in the subclavian/vertebral arteries. Aneurysms of the peripheral/extremity arteries are an extremely rare complication of NF-1 that may present as a mass or spontaneous rupture. We present the case of a teenage boy with an arm mass secondary to an aneurysm. We hope this case will increase recognition of the variable clinical manifestations of NF-1 vasculopathy among radiologists.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1328-1331 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Pediatric radiology |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 23 2014 |
Keywords
- Adolescent
- Aneurysm
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- Vasculopathy