Iliac, Femoral & Popliteal Aneurysm
Popliteal, Iliac and Femoral Aneurysms and Associated Risk Factors and Treatment Options
There are three different types of aneurysms, each requiring similar treatment:
- Popliteal aneurysm—a bulge or weakness in the wall of the popliteal artery, which supplies blood to the knee joint, thigh and calf. A popliteal aneurysm can burst, leading to potentially life-threatening, uncontrolled bleeding. It may also cause a blood clot, which could necessitate leg amputation.
- Iliac aneurysm—a bulge or weakness in the wall of the iliac artery, located in the pelvis. A ruptured iliac aneurysm can result in severe, potentially fatal bleeding. Symptoms can include pain in the back, abdomen, or groin, though many iliac aneurysms have no symptoms at all.
- Femoral aneurysm—a bulge or weakness in the wall of the femoral artery, located in the thigh. This type of aneurysm can also lead to blood clots.
- Risk factors for aneurysms include:
- Smoking
- High blood pressure and/or cholesterol
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD)/Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) or abdominal aortic aneurysm
- Advanced age
- Male gender
- Complications from lower back or hip surgery
- Previous vascular surgery
Our skilled team will work with you to determine the most appropriate treatment based on your symptoms, condition, and lifestyle.
Lifestyle adjustments and medications
Less severe, smaller aneurysms can usually be managed with lifestyle changes, like better diet and exercise, and with certain medications.
Interventional and surgical treatments
Our skilled team will work with you to determine the right treatment for your symptoms, condition, and lifestyle. CMC can provide both open surgical and minimally invasive treatments for aneurysms and has performed breakthrough surgeries to treat serious cases.