Bilateral popliteal arteriovenous fistulas.
An unusual case of bilateral popliteal arteriovenous fistulas is reported. The patient reported right leg discomfort and swelling 1 month after multiple gunshot wounds to both legs; the left leg was asymptomatic. Arteriography demonstrated AV fistulas in both popliteal arteries. The importance of a high index of suspicion in making the diagnosis is emphasized.
D000328:Adult; D001164:Arteriovenous Fistula / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011150:Popliteal Artery / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D011152:Popliteal Vein / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D011859:Radiography; D014948:Wounds, Gunshot / Q000150:complications*