Isolated aneurysm of the internal iliac artery and disorders of the pelvic organs functions

Abstract

Isolated aneurysm of the internal iliac artery should be considered by differential diagnosis in any case of the occurence of disorders of the pervic organs functions. Clinical findings, ultrasound examination, computed tomography and angiography are the diagnostic techniqnes of choice which can confirm the diagnosis. Surgical treatment with the use of retroperitoneal approach lead to complete recovery, so it could be considered the method of choice for patients with the condition permitting a radical surgical approach.

Ruptured internal iliac artery aneurysm masquerading as an inguinal hernia

“…5 Both ruptured and unruptured IIA aneurysms have been reported to present with urinary retention and obstipation. 6,7 There was also a case of an unruptured IIA causing symptoms of sciatica due to direct compression of L5 and S1 nerve roots. 8 IIA aneurysms has high mortality rates of up to 60% when ruptured.…”