Abstract
Perimedullary arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is a relatively rare spinal vascular malformation. Although it has traditionally been considered to be a congenital lesion, some cases identified in adults have suggested that the lesion may be acquired. The etiology and exact mechanism of these lesions are unknown. The authors present a case of a perimedullary AVF caused by a direct stabbing injury of the spinal cord and induced by subsequent kyphosis, and they discuss the pathogenesis and treatment strategy.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Arteriovenous Fistula / etiology*
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Arteriovenous Fistula / therapy
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Bone Screws
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Embolization, Therapeutic / methods
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Humans
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Kyphosis / etiology*
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Kyphosis / surgery
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Lumbar Vertebrae / injuries
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Lumbar Vertebrae / surgery
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Male
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Orthopedic Procedures / methods
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Spinal Cord Injuries / complications
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Spinal Cord Injuries / etiology*
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Spinal Cord Injuries / surgery
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Spinal Cord Vascular Diseases / etiology*
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Thoracic Vertebrae / injuries
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Thoracic Vertebrae / surgery
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Treatment Outcome
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Young Adult