Management of traumatic superficial palmar arch pseudoaneurysm: a therapeutic challenge

Abstract Pseudoaneurysm of the palmar arch is a rare entity. Diagnosis dependent on high clinical suspicion. We present case referred to emergency department, with history glass penetrating trauma surface pulsatile mass and jet bleeding. Doppler ultrasound evidenced partially thrombosed pseudoaneurysm. A CT angiography examination showed saccular formation arising from superficial arch. conventional surgical approach was indicated. suspicion must be ventured arrive at correct diagnosis. Imaging modalities are needed identify pseudoaneurysm plan treatment course. Nonetheless, sequence diagnosis individual, because further evaluation different imaging methods may not change rationale for intervention. In our experience, removal preferable, due its safety well-established outcomes.