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Dural arteriovenous fistula
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A dural arteriovenous fistula (DAVF) or malformation is an abnormal direct connection (fistula) between a meningeal artery and a meningeal vein or dural venous sinus.
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Dural arteriovenous fistula | |
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This dural arteriovenous fistula of the superior sagittal sinus drains into subarachnoid veins and is classified as Borden type IIIb. | |
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Complications | Hemorrhagic stroke, cardiomegaly |
Diagnostic method | Medical imaging: |
Treatment | Arteriovenous fistula obliteration, including: |
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