Search Results for fistula

... Abstract Background: An arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is considered the gold standard modality of vascular access (VA) for maintenance hemodialysis (HD) because of its superior patency, few complications, provision of high quality of life, and low risk of patient mortality. The rapid growth...

... Abstract Perilymphatic fistula (PLF) is defined as an abnormal communication between the fluid (perilymph)-filled space of the inner ear and the air-filled space of the middle ear and mastoid, or cranial spaces. PLF is located in the round or oval window, fractured bony labyrinth, microfissures...

... Abstract Tracheocutaneous fistula (TCF) is one of the recognized sequelae of tracheotomy in the pediatric age group. Persistent TCF can cause considerable morbidity due to recurrent aspiration, and subsequent respiratory infection, difficulty in phonation, ineffective cough, skin irritation...

... Abstract The early results of radiosurgery for dural arteriovenous fistula (DAVF) are reported. Thirteen cases of DAVF,9 males and 4 females, ranging in age from 39 to 74 years (mean 54.3), are presented. None underwentsurgical resection, but 7 of the 13 did receive embolization. DAVF locations...

... Abstract Arteriovenous fistula (AVF) has been recommended as the first choice for hemodialysisvascular access. This is supported by its superior patency and lower complication ratesover grafts and catheters. The increasing incidence of end-stage renal disease patients andconsequently higher...

... Abstract Background: There is increasing emphasis on optimizing fistula use for end-stage renaldisease patients. Although early referral and strategies for vein preservation are clearly important,imaging modalities have assumed an ever-increasing role in preoperative vascular accessassessment...

... rare, the problem is still with us. We encountered two patients in whom the historycontains elements evoking a perilymphatic fistula. Cerebrospinal fluid causes irritationof the middle ear mucosa. This is demonstrated in an exemplary way in case of a spontaneouslydeveloped cerebrospinal fluid leak from...

... Abstract Intracranial dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVFs) are abnormal arteriovenous connections within the dura, in which meningeal arteries shunt blood directly into the dural sinus or leptomeningeal veins. Among all the treatment options for the treatment of DAVFs, stereotactic radiosurgery...