Carotid Aneurysm Disease Review

Abstract

Carotid artery aneurysms are a rare pathology, accounting for less than 1% of all arterial aneurysms and 0.4 to 4% of all peripheral arterial aneurysms. Owing to their exceedingly rare nature, management guidelines remain far from being standardized; however, aneurysm morphology, etiology, size, location, and patient characteristics are critical factors dictating the most appropriate management approach. As these aneurysms represent a serious and life-threatening pathology, they mandate an expedient diagnosis and an individually tailored management plan and as such, understanding the various etiologies, indications for treatment, and potential risks of deterring intervention are of utmost importance.