Non Traumatic Arteriovenous Fistula of the Superficial Temporal Artery
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 7
Abstract
Spontaneous arteriovenous fistula (AVF) of superficial temporal artery (STA) is a very rare condition. The pathogenesis is poorly understood. The treatment may be surgical by excision or endovascular by embolization. A man was referred to our department for a tender pulsatile and painless mass in the left temporal region. On physical examination a thrill was palpated. Imaging revealed the presence of an AVF between STA and temporal vein. A complete surgical excision was successfully realised. The pathogenesis of spontaneous AVF of STA is poorly understood, the common treatment was surgical excision, and however endovascular embolization may be a safe, efficient option in the future.
Authors and Affiliations
Zahdi Othman, Hormat-Allah Mohamed, Bakkali Tarik, Sefiani Yasser, Lekehal Brahim, El Mesnaoui Abbes, Bensaid Younes
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