Pseudoaneurism of the superficial temporal artery in temporomandibular joint ankylosis release surgery: case report

Abstract

The superficial temporal artery aneurysm (STAA) is a rare disorder of unknown etiology, although it is related to different factors including trauma, surgical lacerations, spontaneous formation or iatrogenesis of capillary, neurosurgical procedures, removal of cysts, and extension of arthroplasty of the temporomandibular joint
among others. The purpose of this study is to present a clinical case of a post traumatic pseudoaneurysm of the superficial temporal artery in the temporomandibular ankylosis release surgery.