Congenital jugular vein phlebectasia: a case report and review of the literature

Ann Vasc Surg. 2008 Sep;22(5):681-3. doi: 10.1016/j.avsg.2008.02.003. Epub 2008 May 6.

Abstract

Fusiform dilation of the jugular vein, or jugular venous phlebectasia, is a rare clinical entity, with an etiology of cervical swelling. We present a case of a 15-year-old male with no antecedent history of trauma and an enlarging right neck mass. Pertinent literature and relevant diagnostic and therapeutic modalities are reviewed. While conservative management is usually prescribed, ligation and resection may be performed safely when intervention is warranted.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Aneurysm / congenital*
  • Aneurysm / diagnostic imaging
  • Aneurysm / surgery
  • Humans
  • Jugular Veins / abnormalities*
  • Jugular Veins / diagnostic imaging
  • Jugular Veins / surgery
  • Ligation
  • Male
  • Phlebography / methods
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures