[Management of a perineal arteriovenous malformation in a 5-year-old child]

Arch Pediatr. 2008 Jun;15(6):1087-90. doi: 10.1016/j.arcped.2008.03.005. Epub 2008 May 5.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Arteriovenous malformations are seldom in children but raise important therapeutic problems. Apart from intracranial arteriovenous malformations, few observations have been described in the literature. We report the case of a superficial perineal arteriovenous malformation in a 5-year-old child. Tailored embolization followed shortly by thorough surgery is the best attitude. Surgery must totally eradicate the lesion to allow hope for a cure. Surgery should be reserved for forms that are extensive or a source of complications. Even total resection does not ensure non-recurrence.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Arteriovenous Malformations / therapy*
  • Buttocks / blood supply*
  • Child, Preschool
  • Embolization, Therapeutic
  • Humans
  • Male