1. Case of the Month #176: Pseudoaneurysm of the Cystic Artery
Jaron J.R. Chong, MD, BHSc, Timothy O'Connell, MEng, MD, Peter L. Munk, MD, CM, FRCPC, Natalie Yang, MBBS (Hons), FRANZCR, MMed (Radiology), Alison C. Harris, BSc (Hons), MBChB, FRCR, FRCPC 
Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal 
Volume 63, Issue 2, Pages (May 2012)
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2. Figure 1
Abdominal computed tomographic image of a 1.2-cm high attenuation nodule within the gallbladder containing increased attenuation material, presumed clot.
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3. Figure 2
(A) Abdominal ultrasound of the right upper quadrant, revealing echogenic material within the gallbladder lumen, compatible with hemobilia. (B) Ultrasound with colour Doppler demonstrating the “yin-yang” appearance typical for pseudoaneurysm. This figure is available in colour online at
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4. Figure 3
(A) Hepatic angiogram, defining the hepatic vasculature with early filling of the pseudoaneurysm. (B) The cystic artery has been selectively catheterized confirming arterial flow to the pseudoaneurysm and early venous drainage (C). (D) The pseudoaneurysm has been coiled, with good occlusive effect.
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