Abstract

Aortocaval fistula represents a rare, life-threatening complication of abdominal aortic aneurysm that needs emergency surgical treatment. The presentation couples that of a rupturing aneurysm with other more characteristic features resulting from the massive arteriovenous shunt. Early recognition and emergency surgical treatment are essential in reducing mortality and morbidity. Prompt investigation with multidetector computed tomography (CT) angiography quickly and accurately establishes a precise preoperative diagnosis, thereby enabling proper planning of operative treatment.

Details

Title
Images in medicine: Spontaneous aortocaval fistula complicating abdominal aortic aneurysm
Author
Tonolini, Massimo; Ippolito, Sonia; Rigiroli, Francesca
Pages
129-130
Publication year
2014
Publication date
Apr-Jun 2014
Publisher
Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd.
ISSN
09742700
e-ISSN
0974519X
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
1519971597
Copyright
Copyright Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd Apr-Jun 2014