Arteriovenous fistula after temporomandibular arthroscopy.
Temporomandibular joint arthroscopy has been associated with various vascular injuries including haemorrhage, pseudoaneurysm and fistula. We describe the endovascular balloon embolization of a traumatic superficial temporal arteriovenous fistula that complicated TMJ arthroscopy. We conclude that suspected vascular injuries after this procedure should be investigated by arteriography, and that embolization is a safe and effective treatment for superficial temporal artery fistulas.
Calwell
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EI
School of Dentistry, Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, UK.
McKinstry
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CS
Kendrick
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RW
D000328:Adult; D000800:Angioplasty, Balloon; D001164:Arteriovenous Fistula / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D013699:Temporal Arteries / Q000293:injuries*; D013706:Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery