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Semin intervent Radiol 2008; 25(4): 347-360
DOI: 10.1055/s-0028-1102993
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Vascular Malformations Involving the Female Pelvis

Patricia E. Burrows1
  • 1Center for Endovascular Surgery, Roosevelt Hospital, New York, New York
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15 December 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Vascular malformations (VM) are classified by flow characteristics and channel content. They can involve any organ and tissue plane, and occur in focal and diffuse forms. Slow-flow vascular malformations (venous and lymphatic malformations) are typically treated by sclerotherapy, whereas fast-flow lesions (arteriovenous malformations) are managed with embolizations. Some VMs, such as VMs of the rectum or uterus, are best dealt with surgically. This review will present a summary of the conditions, their imaging features, and some useful endovascular therapeutic techniques.

KEYWORDS

Vascular malformation - venous malformation - arteriovenous malformation - sclerotherapy - therapeutic embolizations

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Patricia E BurrowsM.D. 

Division of Endovascular Surgery, Roosevelt Hospital

1000 Tenth Avenue, New York, NY 10019

Email: pburrows@chpnet.org