ISSN:
0942-0940
Keywords:
Arteriovenous malformation
;
vascular clip
;
microclip
;
haemostasis
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Summary The authors describe newly designed microclips and their utility in obtaining haemostasis during the surgical resection of cerebral arteriovenous malformations. The microclips are particularly well-suited for controlling bleeding from small fragile vessels often encountered on the periphery of large arteriovenous malformations during the final stages of a surgical procedure. Histological examination of these vessels revealed very thin dilated walls without elastic layers, causing easy rupture. Hence, haemostasis using conventional means, such as bipolar coagulators, can be extremely difficult. We have used microclips on such vessels in 14 patients with arteriovenous malformations and controlled bleeding successfully.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01411443
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