Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt
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What is the definition of Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt?
A congenital arteriovenous shunt, also known as an arteriovenous (AV) fistula, is a rare condition that occurs when an infant is born with an abnormal opening between an artery and vein. A congenital arteriovenous shunt can appear anywhere in the body, especially the legs, the dura of the brain, the carotid or pulmonary artery, the heart, and the arteries and veins of the liver.
What are the symptoms of Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt?
Symptoms of a congenital arteriovenous shunt may not appear until later in life. A small congenital arteriovenous shunt may not cause any symptoms and may only need monitoring. Symptoms of a large congenital arteriovenous shunt depend on its location and may include fatigue, purplish, bulging veins that can be seen through the skin, bluish skin (cyanosis), clubbing of the fingers, coughing up blood, swelling of the arms or legs, low blood pressure, slow heart rate, heart failure, bleeding in the digestive tract, headache, neurological deficits, or seizures.
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What are the current treatments for Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt?
Treatment for congenital arteriovenous shunt depends on its size and location and may include ultrasound-guided compression, catheter embolization/endovascular repair (placement of a coil of stent to reroute blood flow), or surgery with the placement of a graft.
Who are the top Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt Local Doctors?
Experienced in Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt
Dr. Mark A. Aziz
Interventional Cardiology
Experienced in Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt
Dr. Mark A. Aziz
Interventional Cardiology
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Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

2050 Meadowview Parkway, 
Kingsport, TN 
423-230-5000
Languages Spoken:
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"Mark Aziz, MD, followed his parents' path by becoming a physician. Dr. Aziz is originally from Egypt, but the beautiful mountains and lakes drew him to the Appalachian Highlands. ""This is a great place to raise a family and practice medicine,"" says Dr. Aziz. He enjoys providing cardiac services to the region. Listening to his patients gives Dr. Aziz the information he needs to develop their treatment strategy. Understanding his patients and their individual medical needs helps them lead healthier and happier lives.". Dr. Aziz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Arterial Insufficiency, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Aziz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

Distinguished in Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt
Distinguished in Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt
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Aurora BayCare Medical Center

2845 Greenbrier Rd, 
Green Bay, WI 
920-288-8000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Edson French is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Dr. French is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt, Arteriovenous Malformation, Varicose Veins, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. French is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Interventional Radiology And Diagnostic Radiology.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt
Dr. Saurabh Jha
Radiology
Experienced in Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt
Dr. Saurabh Jha
Radiology
Referral may be required

Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

Radiology Cardiovascular Imaging Section, 3400 Spruce Street, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-614-0336
Languages Spoken:
English
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Saurabh Jha is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Collapsed Lung, and Subcutaneous Emphysema. Dr. Jha is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

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