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Arteriovenous malformation of the duodenum
Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
|November 1, 1980
Summary
Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are rare causes of chronic gastrointestinal bleeding. This case report details a congenital duodenal AVM successfully treated with surgical resection and highlights diagnostic angiography.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Vascular Surgery
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are uncommon vascular anomalies.
- Chronic gastrointestinal bleeding can stem from various underlying pathologies.
- Duodenal AVMs present a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge.