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A resident’s sharp learning curve: Post-needle stick injury arteriovenous fistula of the finger

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Iatrogenic vascular injuries can be encountered during diagnostic or therapeutic interventions. Traumatic arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) occur due to penetrating injury involving contiguous arteries and veins. We report a case of a 27-year-old postgraduate trainee who presented with swelling over her left middle finger for 5 months following a needle prick injury at the same site 1 year back, which was diagnosed with ultrasound and dynamic magnetic resonance imaging angiography. Endovascular embolization is avoided in AVFs of the hand due to the risk of distal ischemia, and surgical excision with reconstruction is the preferred treatment.

Source: Indian Journal of Musculoskeletal Radiology

DOI: 10.25259/ijmsr_32_2024

Authors: Ajith Ramakumar Varrior, Zubin Vicky Driver, Meet Waghela, Foram Gala

Institutions: King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth G.S. Medical College, Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children

Language: English

Topic: Vascular Procedures and Complications

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4404045196

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