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[Arteriovenous fistula of the superficial temporal artery]
G Aranda1, R González, R Preto
1Servicio de Neurocirugía, Hospital del Niño de Panamá.
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A rare post-traumatic arteriovenous fistula in a diabetic child
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Pediatric Neurosurgery
- Traumatic Injury Management
Background:
- Arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) are abnormal connections between arteries and veins.
- Post-traumatic AVFs can occur after head injuries, even without fractures.
- Diabetes may influence vascular healing and lesion development.
Observation:
- A diabetic child presented with a right temporal superficial artery arteriovenous fistula ten months after a head injury.
- The fistula, notable without cranial fracture, progressively enlarged.
- Symptoms included increasing size and right parietal headaches.
Findings:
- Surgical clipping and complete removal of the arteriovenous malformation were performed.
- Diagnosis was confirmed through clinical presentation and imaging (details not provided).
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for delayed post-traumatic AVF development in children.
- Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes.
- Understanding pathogenesis may inform future prevention and treatment strategies.
Abstract:
A case of an post-traumatic arteriovenous fistula of the right temporal superficial artery in a diabetic child is reported. In absent of a cranial fracture, the lesion was notorious for the first time, ten months after a simple head injury. The progressive increase in size and the beginning of a frequent parietal right headache were the initial symptoms and important signs. The malformation was clipped on both sides and removed completely. The diagnosis and treatment are discussed as well as the theory on the pathogenesis of the lesion.