BILATERAL INTERNAL JUGULAR-VEIN ECTASIA - A REPORT OF 2 CASES

Authors
GENDEH BS DHILLON MK HAMZAH M
Citation
Bs. Gendeh et al., BILATERAL INTERNAL JUGULAR-VEIN ECTASIA - A REPORT OF 2 CASES, Journal of Laryngology and Otology, 108(3), 1994, pp. 256-260
Citations number
16
Categorie Soggetti
Otorhinolaryngology
Journal title
Journal of Laryngology and Otology → ACNP
ISSN journal
00222151
Volume
108
Issue
3
Year of publication
1994
Pages
256 - 260
Database
ISI
SICI code
0022-2151(1994)108:3<256:BIJE-A>2.0.ZU;2-Z
Abstract
Internal jugular vein ectasia is a venous anomaly commonly presenting as a unilateral neck swelling in children and adults. Literature repor ts of bilateral presentation are rare. Bilateral Doppler ultrasonograp hy is the diagnostic investigation of choice. The possible pathology, aetiology and management are discussed. Conservative management of bil ateral cases is recommended in uncomplicated cases.