Abstract
Spontaneous rupture of a popliteal aneurysm is a relatively uncommon event with a significant risk of limb loss. The elderly patient with multiple co-morbidities presents a particular risk for surgical intervention in these cases.
In this case we present such a situation successfully treated by endovascular means with a satisfactory outcome.
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