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New tools and techniques are emerging that may improve outcomes and reduce risks associated with the embolization of pulmonary arteriovenous malformations.
This review highlights emerging tools and techniques for the embolization of pulmonary arteriovenous malformations to reduce risks of paradoxical embolization.
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Emerging tools merit cautious evaluation in select PAVM cases; extends literature but leaves open need for prospective validation.
OBJECTIVE: Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations (PAVMs) are most often associated with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia. Untreated, they represent a serious threat due to paradoxical embolization that may manifest as stroke or brain abscess. PAVM treatment is challenging even in the most experienced hands. CONCLUSION: Fortunately, new tools and techniques are emerging that may improve the outcomes associated with embolization and reduce some of the risks associated with treating these high-flow lesions. New trends in overall PAVM management are also developing.
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Trerotola et al. (2010) conducted a review in Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations (PAVMs). PAVM Embolization was evaluated. New tools and techniques are emerging that may improve outcomes and reduce risks associated with the embolization of pulmonary arteriovenous malformations.
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