Pulmonary arteriovenous fistula

Pulmonary arteriovenous fistula
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Pulmonary arteriovenous fistula
Alternate Names : Arteriovenous malformation - pulmonary
Definition ...

Pulmonary arteriovenous fistula is a condition in which an abnormal connection (fistula) develops between an artery and vein in the lungs. As a result, blood passes through the lungs without receiving enough oxygen.
Alternative Names ...

Pulmonary arteriovenous fistula: between an artery and vein of the lungs, resulting in shunting of blood. This results in improperly oxygenated blood.

Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula
PAFD
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and can help locate lesions in anticipation of bronchoscopy and biopsy. Ventilation/perfusion scanning or CT angiography can confirm the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism. CT and pulmonary angiography can also detect pulmonary arteriovenous fistulas.

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See also: Fistula, Stress, Trauma, HIV, Hypertension