Svensk definition
Onormal förbindelse mellan en artär och en ven.
Arteriovenous Fistula
Arteriovenös fistel
Engelsk definition
An abnormal direct communication between an artery and a vein without passing through the CAPILLARIES. An A-V fistula usually leads to the formation of a dilated sac-like connection, arteriovenous aneurysm. The locations and size of the shunts determine the degree of effects on the cardiovascular functions such as BLOOD PRESSURE and HEART RATE.
Svenska synonymer
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Engelska synonymer
Fistula, Arteriovenous — Fistulas, Arteriovenous — Arteriovenous Fistulas — Arteriovenous Aneurysm — Aneurysm, Arteriovenous