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Intraosseous arteriovenous malformations mimicking malignant disease
S J Savader1, B L Savader, R R Otero
1Department of Radiology, University of South Florida College of Medicine, Tampa 33612.
Acta Radiologica (Stockholm, Sweden : 1987)
|January 1, 1988
Summary
Primary intraosseous arteriovenous malformations are rare vascular anomalies. Arteriography is a key diagnostic tool, and embolization offers promising treatment for these challenging lesions.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Radiology
- Pathology
Background:
- Primary intraosseous arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are rare congenital vascular lesions, comprising <1% of intraosseous lesions.
- These AVMs exhibit diverse gross and microscopic features, stemming from abnormal primitive vascular development.
- Clinical presentations vary from asymptomatic to severe, including cosmetic disfigurement, pain, and high-output cardiac failure.
Observation:
- Three cases of primary intraosseous AVMs are presented.
- Initial work-up in these cases suggested malignant disease.
- Arteriography was diagnostic in all three presented cases.
Findings:
- Intraosseous arteriovenous malformations can mimic malignant bone lesions.
- Surgical treatment for these AVMs is often challenging with high recurrence rates.
- Intra-arterial embolization demonstrates promising therapeutic outcomes.
Implications:
- Early and accurate diagnosis of intraosseous AVMs is crucial for appropriate management.
- Arteriography is essential for diagnosing intraosseous AVMs, especially when malignancy is suspected.
- Minimally invasive treatments like embolization offer a viable alternative to surgery for intraosseous AVMs.