[Diagnosis and treatment of cranial arteriovenous dural fistulas]

Radiologe. 1999 Oct;39(10):876-81. doi: 10.1007/s001170050725.
[Article in German]

Abstract

DAVF are difficult to recognize with CT- or MR-imaging. Diagnosis is often possible by arterial MRA. The type of the venous drainage as demonstrated by DSA is relevant for the clinical decision. Most often the endovascular occlusion of the affected venous segment a suitable therapeutical approach.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Angiography, Digital Subtraction
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / classification
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / diagnosis*
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / surgery
  • Dura Mater / blood supply*
  • Dura Mater / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Angiography
  • Male
  • Neuroradiography / methods*
  • Radiography, Interventional