Two cases of arteriovenous fistula formation between the external iliac vessels following endovenous laser therapy

Minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins is becoming increasingly popular with both patients and physicians. Endovenous laser therapy has been shown to be safe and effective but the rare complication of iatrogenic creation of arteriovenous fistulas has been described. One case of fistulation b...

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Published in:Vascular 2014-12, Vol.22 (6), p.464-467
Main Authors: Wheatcroft, MD, Lindsay, TF, Lossing, A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Arteriovenous Fistula - etiology
Endovascular Procedures - adverse effects
Humans
Iatrogenic Disease
Iliac Artery - diagnostic imaging
Iliac Vein - diagnostic imaging
Laser Therapy - adverse effects
Laser Therapy - methods
Male
Middle Aged
Radiography
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Summary:Minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins is becoming increasingly popular with both patients and physicians. Endovenous laser therapy has been shown to be safe and effective but the rare complication of iatrogenic creation of arteriovenous fistulas has been described. One case of fistulation between the external iliac artery and vein has been published. We report two further cases and describe their management.
ISSN:1708-5381
1708-539X
DOI:10.1177/1708538114524394