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Comprehensive Endovascular and Open Surgical Management of Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformations
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Surgical solutions in multivisceral arterial occlusions
Csaba Dzsinich1, László Barta1, Klaudia Bogdány1
11 Magyar Honvédség Egészségügyi Központ, Szív-Ér-Mellkas Sebészet, 1134 Budapest, Róbert Károly krt. 44.
Magyar Sebeszet
|September 26, 2021
Summary
Visceral artery occlusive disease can be fatal if untreated, but slow progression may allow collateral circulation to mask symptoms. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for severe cases.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Acute visceral artery occlusions present severe clinical consequences.
- Slowly progressing obliterative disease may be asymptomatic due to collateral circulation.
- Extension of disease to renal arteries and aortoiliac segment complicates diagnosis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To recognize infrequent but severe visceral artery occlusive disease.
- To recommend proper diagnostic workup.
- To propose adequate treatment strategies.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical cases with visceral artery occlusive disease.
- Analysis of diagnostic imaging and treatment outcomes.
- Discussion of diagnostic challenges and therapeutic options.
Main Results:
- Delayed diagnosis is common due to non-specific symptoms.
- Collateral circulation can mask the extent of disease.
- Prompt intervention is essential for favorable outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Visceral artery occlusive disease requires timely recognition and management.
- Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is necessary.
- Appropriate treatment can prevent life-threatening complications.
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