Abstract
Purpose
Transvenous embolization techniques may be helpful as alternatives to the arterial route when treating high-flow vascular malformations. We present our experience using these techniques in four patients.
Methods
In one patient the venous portion of the arteriovenous malformation (AVM) was punctured directly; in the other three patients it was catheterized via a retrograde venous approach. Flow occlusion techniques were utilized in all patients during embolization, which was performed with absolute alcohol orN-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate.
Results
Excellent clinical and angiographic results were obtained, with obliteration of arteriovenous shunting in all patients. There were no complications.
Conclusion
The embolization of certain AVMs using a venous approach is a safe and effective treatment.
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Jackson, J.E., Mansfield, A.O. & Allison, D.J. Treatment of high-flow vascular malformations by venous embolization aided by flow occlusion techniques. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 19, 323–328 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02570183
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02570183