A RARE ENCOUNTER IN PRIMARY CARE: INTERNAL CAROTID ARTERY AGENESIS- CASE REPORT

Authors : Buğu Usanma Koban, Orkun Koban

Pages : 252-255

Doi:10.24938/kutfd.1451130

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Publication Date : 2024-08-20

Article Type : Other Papers

Abstract :Headache is a quite common presenting complaint in primary care. Detailed examination and imaging are essential for differential diagnosis, as they can reveal various underlying pathologies. In this article, we present a case of internal carotid artery (ICA) agenesis which is detected during the investigation for headache. A patient presented to the family medicine clinic with a two-month history of persistent headache. The general examination did not reveal any pathology or neurological signs. Due to a family history of aneurysms, the patient was referred to the hospital for imaging. Magnetic Resonance Angiography showed unilateral ICA agenesis in the patient, and the patient was placed under follow-up to prevent accompanying cerebrovascular diseases. ICA agenesis often follows a symptomatic course but occasionally manifests with neurological symptoms. When this condition is detected, taking vascular protective measures and recommending lifestyle changes can be long-term steps to prevent pathologies such as aneurysm rupture or ischemia for the patient.
Keywords : İnternal karotis, baş ağrısı, agenezi, aplazi

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