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Marcelle Yulianne
Residen, Bagian/KSM Neurologi Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sam Ratulangi/RSUP Prof. Dr. R. D. Kandou Manado, Sulawesi Utara, Indonesia
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TOTAL OCCLUSION IN THE LEFT SUBCLAVIAN ARTERY LEADING TO SUBCLAVIAN STEAL SYNDROME IN A MIDDLE AGED MAN Gilbert Tangkudung; Marcelle Yulianne
Jurnal Sinaps Vol. 4 No. 3 (2021): Volume 4 Nomor 3, September 2021
Publisher : Neurologi Manado

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Background: Subclavian steal syndrome is the manifestation of subclavian steal phenomenon. Clinical manifestations include vertebra-basilar signs such as vertigo, dizziness, ataxia, dysarthria, and syncope. Recurrent weakness on the left hand is also a common manifestation. Treatment includes conservative approach for mild case. Invasive treatments includes stenting and angioplasty are reserved for highly symptomatic case. Case: Male, 48 years old, presented with recurrent TIA in a form of weakness of left extremities preceded spinning sensation occurred five times a day. Blood pressure examination on right and left arm showed a difference of 20mmHg in systolic blood pressure. Patient had a history of hypertension and was also a smoker. Head MRI examination revealed multiple infarctions. Cerebral angiography revealed a total occlusion of left subclavian artery indicated a subclavian steal phenomenon. Patient was treated with pharmacological therapy and lifestyle modifications. These approach resulted in improvement of the symptoms.Conclusion: Subclavian steal syndrome is a rare case. It is important to consider this diagnosis on patient with recurrent vertebro-basilar manifestations or TIA. Severity of symptoms determines treatment approach.
Co-Authors Gilbert Tangkudung