Agenesis of the right external iliac artery in a 23-year-old woman with left leg ischemia

• Published in: Radiology case reports Vol. 18; no. 12; pp. 4263 - 4267
• Main Authors: Bahrami, Mahshid, Hajihashemi, Ali, Geravandi, Mahsa
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Inc 01-12-2023; Elsevier
• Subjects: Agenesis; Case Report; External iliac artery; Ischemia; Ischemia; Agenesis; External iliac artery
• ISSN: 1930-0433; 1930-0433
• DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2023.08.112

External iliac agenesis is an uncommon congenital issue characterized by the absence or incomplete development of the external iliac artery, a significant blood vessel supplying the lower limbs, potentially causing symptoms like pain, weakness, ischemia, and numbness. We are currently discussing a case of a 23-year-old woman who complained of pain in her left lower limb. A thorough work-up was conducted to rule out ischemia, and during the diagnostic process, a CT scan revealed the complete absence of the right external iliac artery. It can be concluded that this is a rare vascular anomaly that can lead to significant morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis and prompt management are crucial for preventing complications such as limb ischemia and gangrene.