Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM) Overview

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View Main Condition: Arteriovenous Malformation

What is the definition of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)?
A pulmonary arteriovenous malformation is when an abnormal opening develops between arteries and veins in the lung. This abnormal connection between arteries and veins can change the way blood flows in the lungs, among other complications.
What are the symptoms of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)?
Symptoms of pulmonary arteriovenous malformations depend on their location. Some individuals with pulmonary arteriovenous malformations may not have any symptoms. Symptoms of pulmonary arterial malformation can include shortness of breath, especially on exertion; bleeding into the lung; coughing up blood; anemia; abnormal heart rhythms; chest pain; blood clots; stroke; and brain abscesses.
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What are the current treatments for Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)?
Treatment for pulmonary arteriovenous malformations may include antibiotics, iron replacement therapy, transcatheter coil embolization, and surgery.
Who are the top Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM) Local Doctors?
Elite in Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
Claire L. Shovlin
Elite in Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
Claire L. Shovlin
London, ENG, GB 

Claire Shovlin practices in London, United Kingdom. Ms. Shovlin is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM). Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia, Telangiectasia, and Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula.

Elite in Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
Marie E. Faughnan
Elite in Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
Marie E. Faughnan
St. Michael's Hospital, 
Toronto, ON, CA 

Marie Faughnan practices in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Faughnan is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM). Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia, Telangiectasia, Arteriovenous Malformation, Endoscopy, and Liver Embolization.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
Masashi Shimohira
Elite in Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
Masashi Shimohira
Nagakute, JP 

Masashi Shimohira practices in Nagakute, Japan. Mr. Shimohira is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM). His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Arteriovenous Malformation, Pulmonary Aspergilloma, Liver Embolization, and Endovascular Embolization.

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What are the latest Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM) Clinical Trials?
Prospective Randomized Comparative Study on the Incidence of Pulmonary Emboembolism (PE) After Endovascular Treatment of Thrombosed Dialysis Arterio Venous Fistulas (AVF): Balloon Thrombectomy Versus Thromboaspiration Systems.
Prospective Randomized Comparative Study on the Incidence of Pulmonary Emboembolism (PE) After Endovascular Treatment of Thrombosed Dialysis Arterio Venous Fistulas (AVF): Balloon Thrombectomy Versus Thromboaspiration Systems.
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: January 28, 2025
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: The goal of this multicentric clinical trial is to compare the incidence of pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE), assessed through AngioCT, in the endovascular treatment of acute thrombosis in native and prosthetic arteriovenous fistulas (AVF). The main questions it aims to answer are: * What is the difference in the incidence of pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE) assessed by AngioCT in endovascular treat...

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Efficacy & Safety of LOBO™ Vascular Occlusion Device for Embolization of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformations (PAVM)
Efficacy & Safety of LOBO™ Vascular Occlusion Device for Embolization of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformations (PAVM)
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: January 24, 2025
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate both the technical success and efficacy of using the LOBO™ device in patients undergoing embolization of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformations (PAVM). The main question\[s\] it aims to answer \[is/are\]: * What is the technical success rate, the number of LOBO™ devices needed for occlusion, and time to occlusion for each feeding artery during PAVM emb...

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