Symptomatic Profunda Femoris Artery Aneurysm With Superficial Calf Ulcerations

Abstract

Profunda femoris artery aneurysms (PFAA) account for less than 0.5% of peripheral aneurysms. Most PFAA are secondary to trauma, iatrogenic injury, or infection, whereas the incidence of true atherosclerotic aneurysms is especially rare. These aneurysms are typically asymptomatic but can cause nerve compression, deep vein thrombosis, pain, swelling, and even rupture. We present a case of bilateral PFAA in conjunction with bilateral popliteal artery aneurysms in which the patient had rare unilateral symptoms involving calf ulcerations suggestive of geniculate emboli. We explore this unusual presentation and etiology as well as discuss the options for repair of complex PFAA.