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Holt Walters1, Sara K M Drever1, Alaa Abdelgalil2
1Department of Otolaryngology Cumberland Infirmary Carlisle UK.
Clinical Case Reports
|February 18, 2021
Summary
Superficial arteriovenous fistulae are effectively treated with surgical excision. This straightforward procedure completely resolved the patient
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Interventional Radiology
Background:
- Superficial arteriovenous fistulae (AVF) can present with various symptoms.
- Treatment options depend on fistula location and complexity.
Observation:
- A patient presented with troublesome symptoms attributed to a superficial arteriovenous fistula.
- No other complicating features were noted.
Findings:
- The superficial arteriovenous fistula was successfully treated with simple surgical excision.
- The patient experienced complete symptom resolution post-procedure.
Implications:
- Simple surgical excision is a viable and effective treatment for uncomplicated superficial AVFs.
- This approach offers a straightforward solution for symptomatic superficial fistulae.

