# Management of a Female Patient With Traumatic Carotid Aneurysm and Depression

## TL;DR

This case report describes the successful surgical treatment of a traumatic carotid aneurysm in a young woman and the importance of managing her depression after surgery.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in highlighting the intersection of traumatic carotid aneurysm treatment and post-surgical psychiatric care in a single patient case.

## Key findings

- Stent-graft deployment successfully managed the traumatic carotid aneurysm in the patient.
- Psychiatric symptoms, including depression, were present before surgery and required attention post-treatment.
- Addressing psychiatric conditions after aneurysm repair improved the patient's quality of life.

## Abstract

Extracranial carotid aneurysms are rare and may be asymptomatic for long periods, or they may present with symptoms depending on their size and location. Complications such as rupture or stroke can significantly impact outcomes, particularly if the aneurysm is not detected early or treated promptly. This case report illustrates a traumatic carotid aneurysm in a young female patient and its surgical management with successful stent-graft deployment. Patients with undiagnosed intracerebral aneurysms that have not ruptured may present with a variety of neurological and psychiatric symptoms. Management of psychiatric conditions in these patients after surgical aneurysm repair is essential, as it improves quality of life.