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Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations: evidence of physician under-education

Claire L Shovlin1,2, James R Gossage3

  • 1NHLI Cardiovascular Sciences, Imperial College London, London, UK.

ERJ Open Research
|April 20, 2017
PubMed

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Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations (PAVMs) present complex management difficulties. Publication trends suggest that the clinical significance of PAVMs is not widely acknowledged.

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Interventional Radiology
  • Pulmonary Medicine

Background:

  • Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations (PAVMs) are abnormal vascular connections between pulmonary arteries and veins.
  • These lesions can lead to significant complications, including hemorrhage and paradoxical embolism.
  • Effective management strategies for PAVMs are crucial but often complex.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze publication patterns related to PAVMs.
  • To assess the recognition of PAVMs' importance in the scientific literature.
  • To highlight the unique management challenges posed by PAVMs.

Main Methods:

  • Bibliometric analysis of publications on PAVMs.
  • Review of publication trends over time.
  • Qualitative assessment of research focus.

Main Results:

  • Publication frequency indicates a fluctuating but generally limited research interest in PAVMs.
  • Thematic analysis reveals a consistent focus on diagnostic and interventional aspects.
  • A gap exists in publications addressing long-term management and outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • PAVMs represent a significant clinical challenge requiring specialized management.
  • The current publication landscape suggests that the importance and complexity of PAVMs are under-recognized.
  • Further research and dissemination of knowledge are needed to improve PAVM care.

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