Endovascular treatment of left carotid artery to left subclavian vein AV fistula due to stab injury: case report

Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2008 Jan;14(1):79-81.

Abstract

Penetrating injuries to the neck have high morbidity and mortality rates because of the multiple vital structures present within this anatomic region. Endovascular treatment of an AV fistula of left common carotid artery and left subclavian vein subsequent to stab injury of the left supraclavicular region is presented in this case report.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / complications
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / diagnosis*
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / surgery
  • Carotid Artery Injuries / complications
  • Carotid Artery Injuries / diagnosis*
  • Carotid Artery Injuries / surgery
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Shoulder Injuries*
  • Subclavian Vein / injuries*
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures
  • Wounds, Stab / complications*