Successful management of brain abscess and paradoxical embolization caused by huge pulmonary arteriovenous malformation: a case report
10.3760/cma.j.cn431274-20211118-01203
- VernacularTitle:成功救治一例巨大肺动静脉畸形导致脑脓肿及矛盾性栓塞临床报道
- Author:
Fang NIU
1
;
Hongying XU
;
Chunling ZHANG
;
Ju HUANG
Author Information
1. 济宁医学院附属医院重症医学科，济宁 272029
- Keywords:
Brain abscess;
Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations;
Splenic infarction;
Hepatic infarction;
Kidney infarction
- From:
Journal of Chinese Physician
2022;24(10):1537-1540
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective:The purpose of this case report is to improve the understanding of pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (PAVM) and its related complications by reviewing case data and literature.Methods:A case of huge PAVM complicated with brain abscess and paradoxical embolization of liver, spleen and kidney is reported, and then we summarize its clinical characteristics, diagnosis and treatment, and review the relevant references.Results:Brain abscess and paradoxical embolization are the most common complications of PAVM. The diagnosis and process of this patient was timely and clear. The patient received interventional embolization for PAVM and achieved good results.Conclusions:PAVM can cause brain abscess and paradoxical embolization. We should be vigilant to avoid missed diagnosis and misdiagnosis.
