Abstract
Introduction Pseudoaneurysm of the palmar arch is an uncommon condition, with a controversial
diagnostic and therapeutic management.
Case Report We herein present the case of a 39-year-old man who, after a blunt and penetrating
lesion to the thenar eminence of the left hand, developed a pseudoaneurysm of the
superficial palmar arch. We decided to perform a computed tomography angiography exam
and proposed the treatment: ligation and resection of the vascular pathology.
Discussion Vascular trauma requires monitoring for possible complications. The combination of
physical examination and high diagnostic suspicion enable the therapeutic management
of the injury. So far, the surgical treatment provides the best short- and long-term
results.
Keywords
palmar arch - pseudoaneurysm - angiotomografía - ligation - resection
