Arteriovenous malformation after uterine curettage: a report of 3 cases

J Reprod Med. 2007 May;52(5):445-9.

Abstract

Background: Acquired uterine arteriovenous malformation is a rare but potentially life threatening condition and, as such, must be considered in the differential diagnosis of cases of abrupt, profuse vaginal bleeding following uterine curettage. The condition can easily be confused with retained products of conception and gestational trophoblastic disease.

Cases: One case was managed surgically, while 2 others were treated with selective embolization.

Conclusion: A positive medical history, the clinical presentation and features for the the ultrasonic appearance are the main features for the correct differential diagnosis and treatment of traumatic arteriovenous malformation resulting from uterine curettage.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Arteriovenous Malformations / diagnosis*
  • Arteriovenous Malformations / diagnostic imaging
  • Arteriovenous Malformations / etiology
  • Arteriovenous Malformations / pathology
  • Arteriovenous Malformations / therapy
  • Curettage / adverse effects*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Embolization, Therapeutic
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Postoperative Complications
  • Ultrasonography
  • Uterine Hemorrhage / etiology
  • Uterus / blood supply*
  • Uterus / diagnostic imaging