Iatrogenic aortocaval fistula secondary to intervertebral disc surgery. A case report

A case of iatrogenic aortocaval fistula is presented. The fistula arose in association with lumbar disc surgery. Its presence was immediately suspected and was promptly confirmed by aortography. Sudden deterioration of the patient's condition necessitated surgical correction of the fistula before the elected date. The successful corrective operation is described and some preventive recommendations are made.