Abstract
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Describe the incidence of Lateral Plantar artery Pseudoaneurysm
Discuss the most common diagnostic evaluation methods
Recognize the anatomy of the lateral plantar artery and surrounding structures
A pseudoaneurysm is defined as. . . A surgically created bypass of an artery A local hematoma caused by a damaged arterial wall A communication between an artery and a vein A shearing of the intimal layer in the arterial wall
The plantar arteries of the foot typically arise from The posterior tibial artery The anterior tibial artery Anomalous collateral circulation From the peroneal (fibular) artery
Of the imaging modalities available, the most frequent first choice often is Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) X Ray imaging Duplex Ultrasonography Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA)
Complications of a pseudoaneurysm occur when There usually are no complications noted It becomes large enough to compress adjacent structures It attempts to collateralize other vessels The patient has difficulty with gait and standing