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[Aortocaval fistula. Diagnosis using spiral x-ray computed tomography with 2D and 3D reconstructions].

Authors :
Guth S
Clouet PL
Zöllner G
Rimmelin A
Dietemann JL
Chakfé N
Source :
Journal de radiologie [J Radiol] 1997 Nov; Vol. 78 (11), pp. 1159-61.
Publication Year :
1997

Abstract

We report a case of arteriovenous fistula due to spontaneous rupture of an aortic aneurysm into the inferior vena cava. This is a rare complication of atheromatous aneurysm, often difficult to diagnose as the clinical presentation may be obscure. Although aortography is the reference diagnostic investigation, spiral CT acquisition with 3D and 2D reformation allowed visualization of the arteriovenous communication and provided an accurate diagnosis.

Details

Language :
French
ISSN :
0221-0363
Volume :
78
Issue :
11
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal de radiologie
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9499954