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Shen Y, Su L, Wang D, Fan X. Overview of peripheral arteriovenous malformations: From diagnosis to treatment methods. J Interv Med 2023; 6:170-175. [PMID: 38312130 PMCID: PMC10831390 DOI: 10.1016/j.jimed.2023.10.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 10/21/2023] [Indexed: 02/06/2024] Open
Abstract
Based on the latest classification by the International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies in 2018, vascular malformations (VMs) can be categorized into simple, combined VMs of major named vessels, and VMs associated with other anomalies. Simple VMs include lymphatic, venous, capillary, and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). AVMs represent disorders of direct arteriovenous shunts caused by the absence of a capillary bed between the involved arteries and veins. This abnormal vascular communication causes arterial blood to accumulate in the venous vessels, thus resulting in venous hypertension and characteristic clinical manifestations, such as pulsation, tremors, and elevated temperature. AVMs can occur sporadically or as manifestations of syndromic lesions and are considered among the most complex and challenging VMs. The diagnosis and treatment of AVMs can vary depending on the lesion location and associated clinical symptoms, thus complicating their management. Herein, we discuss peripheral AVMs in terms of their clinical manifestations, imaging examinations, and staging systems to provide a comprehensive reference for the treatment, evaluation methods, and follow-up procedures for this vascular anomaly.
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- Vascular Anomaly Center, Department of Interventional Therapy, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 639 Zhi Zao Ju Rd, 200011, Shanghai, China
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- Vascular Anomaly Center, Department of Interventional Therapy, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 639 Zhi Zao Ju Rd, 200011, Shanghai, China
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Schmidt VF, Masthoff M, Brill R, Sporns PB, Köhler M, Schulze-Zachau V, Takes M, Ehrl D, Puhr-Westerheide D, Kunz WG, Shemwetta MD, Mbuguje EM, Naif AA, Sarkar A, Ricke J, Seidensticker M, Wohlgemuth WA, Wildgruber M. Image-Guided Embolotherapy of Arteriovenous Malformations of the Face. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2022; 45:992-1000. [PMID: 35655034 PMCID: PMC9226106 DOI: 10.1007/s00270-022-03169-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
Abstract
PURPOSE To evaluate the safety and outcome of image-guided embolotherapy of extracranial arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) primarily affecting the face. MATERIALS AND METHODS A multicenter cohort of 28 patients presenting with AVMs primarily affecting the face was retrospectively investigated. Fifty image-guided embolotherapies were performed, mostly using ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer-based embolic agents. Clinical and imaging findings were assessed to evaluate response during follow-up (symptom-free, partial relief of symptoms, no improvement, and progression despite embolization), lesion devascularization (total, 100%; substantial, 76-99%; partial, 51-75%; failure, < 50%; and progression), and complication rates (classified according to the CIRSE guidelines). Sub-analyses regarding clinical outcome (n = 24) were performed comparing patients with (n = 12) or without (n = 12) subsequent surgical resection after embolotherapy. RESULTS The median number of embolotherapy sessions was 2.0 (range, 1-4). Clinical outcome after a mean follow-up of 12.4 months (± 13.3; n = 24) revealed a therapy response in 21/24 patients (87.5%). Imaging showed total devascularization in 14/24 patients (58.3%), including the 12 patients with subsequent surgery and 2 additional patients with embolotherapy only. Substantial devascularization (76-99%) was assessed in 7/24 patients (29.2%), and partial devascularization (51-75%) in 3/24 patients (12.5%). Complications occurred during/after 12/50 procedures (24.0%), including 18.0% major complications. Patients with subsequent surgical resections were more often symptom-free at the last follow-up compared to the group having undergone embolotherapy only (p = 0.006). CONCLUSION Image-guided embolotherapy is safe and effective for treating extracranial AVMs of the face. Subsequent surgical resections after embolization may substantially improve patients' clinical outcome, emphasizing the need for multimodal therapeutic concepts. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 4, Retrospective study.
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- Vanessa F Schmidt
- Department of Radiology, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany.
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- Clinic for Radiology, University Hospital Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Clinic and Policlinic of Radiology, Martin-Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Department of Neuroradiology, Clinic for Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Clinic for Radiology, University Hospital Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Neuroradiology, Clinic for Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Neuroradiology, Clinic for Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Hand, Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of Radiology, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of Radiology, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of Radiology, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Clinic and Policlinic of Radiology, Martin-Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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Aryafar H. Commentary on Ethanol Embolization of Nasal Arteriovenous Malformations: A Ten-Year, Single Institution Experience. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2022; 45:486-487. [PMID: 35166886 DOI: 10.1007/s00270-022-03082-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2022] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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- Hamed Aryafar
- San Diego Imaging, 8745 Aero Drive #200, San Diego, CA, 92123-1774, USA.
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