Korean J Anesthesiol.  2013 Oct;65(4):345-348. 10.4097/kjae.2013.65.4.345.

Coexistence of expanding abdominal aortic aneurysm and aggravated intervertebral disc extrusion: a case report

• Kim NS
• Kang SH
• Park SY

• KMID: 2164873
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4097/kjae.2013.65.4.345

Abstract

Abdominal aortic aneurysm is included in the differential diagnosis of lower back pain. Although rare, this important disease can cause potentially lethal complications. In this case, expanding abdominal aortic aneurysm coexisted with intervertebral disc extrusion. The diagnosis of abdominal aortic aneurysm was delayed, putting the patient at risk of aneurysmal rupture. In the management of patients with degenerative spinal diseases, we should not overlook the possibility of comorbidities such as an abdominal aortic aneurysm. We also suggest the importance of interpreting images more carefully, especially for elderly male patients.

Keyword

Abdominal aortic aneurysm; Differential diagnosis; Lower back pain

MeSH Terms

Aged
Aneurysm
Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal*
Comorbidity
Diagnosis, Differential
Humans
Intervertebral Disc*
Low Back Pain
Male
Rupture
Spinal Diseases