Treatment of a Celiac Artery Aneurysm with a Temporary Anchoring Technique Using an Electrically Detachable Coil to Preserve the Common Hepatic and Splenic Artery Bifurcation: A Case Report

Abstract

This case report presents a unique endovascular technique using an electrically detachable coil as a temporary anchor for the treatment of a saccular celiac artery aneurysm. A man in his 60s with a 28-mm saccular aneurysm in the main trunk of the celiac artery underwent coil embolization. The short distance between the aneurysm and the bifurcation of the common hepatic and splenic arteries posed a significant challenge in preserving the bifurcation. By employing a detachable coil as a temporary anchor, the procedure enabled precise coil placement and eliminated the need for stents or balloons. Five-year outpatient follow-up imaging confirmed bifurcation patency and no aneurysm recurrence. This temporary anchoring technique can provide a practical alternative for embolization without the need for additional stents or balloons.