Arteriovenous malformation associated with trophoblastic retention post-cesarean section: A case report and review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and importance

Uterine arteriovenous malformations are a rare but potentially life-threatening condition. They may be congenital or acquired and should be suspected in cases of severe or persistent uterine hemorrhage.

Case presentation

We present the clinical case of a 32-year-old woman who suffered from bleeding after a spontaneous miscarriage. Uterine arteriovenous malformation with trophoblastic retention was suspected on ultrasound and Doppler examination. Magnetic resonance imaging confirmed the diagnosis, leading to embolization of both uterine arteries, followed by operative hysteroscopy to remove the retained tissue, with a favorable outcome.

Clinical discussion

Uterine arteriovenous malformation is rare, with fewer than 100 cases reported in the

SUBMITTER: Oukili H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11618002 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature