Abstract

SANCHEZ, R. et al. Endovascular treatment of a post-traumatic arterio-venous fistula: Presentation of a clinical case and literature review. Rev Esp Cirug Oral y Maxilofac [online]. 2010, vol.32, n.2, pp.64-70. ISSN 2173-9161.

Traumatic arteriovenous fistulas of the head and neck region are uncommon. The majority are due to penetration of blunt injury. We describe a successful endovascular treatment of a posttraumatic fistula between the left maxillary artery and the external jugular vein due to a penetration injury. This case and a review of the literature illustrate the causes, manifestations, image studies and treatment for a posttraumatic fistula between the maxillary artery and the external jugular vein. This case demonstrate the utility of endovascular treatment of head and neck injuries complications.

Keywords : Arteriovenous fistula; Internal maxillary artery; Endovascular treatment.

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