Spontaneous Popliteal Arteriovenous Fistula Presenting as Gangrene Foot

Authors

  • Vijay Verma
  • Akhilesh Kumar Dr. S.N. Medical College,Jodhpur
  • Garima Verma DR. S.N. Medical College, Jodhpur
  • Shaitan Singh Rathore DR. S.N.Medical College,Jodhpur

Keywords:

Arteriovenous fistula, Color Doppler, Amputation.

Abstract

Abstract

An arteriovenous fistula (AVF) of the popliteal artery is a rare condition, mainly to be seen in relation to trauma to the knee in road traffic accidents, firearm injuries and stab wounds. In this article a case report is presented of a 50 year old female admitted with complaints of blackish discoloration of right foot and prominent veins on lower limb. Gangrenous changes of limb involved up to lower leg in next 2 days. A decision to do knee amputation was taken.

Keywords: Arteriovenous fistula, color doppler, amputation

Cite this Article

Vijay Verma, Akhilesh Kumar, Garima Verma et al. Spontaneous Popliteal Arteriovenous Fistula Presenting as Gangrene Foot. Research & Reviews: Journal of Surgery. 2017; 6(2): 13–15p.

Author Biographies

  • Vijay Verma
    Assistant Professor,Department of Surgery.
  • Akhilesh Kumar, Dr. S.N. Medical College,Jodhpur
    Senior Specialist, Surgery
  • Garima Verma, DR. S.N. Medical College, Jodhpur
    Assistant Professor,Department of Pathology
  • Shaitan Singh Rathore, DR. S.N.Medical College,Jodhpur
    Professor,Department of Surgery.

Published

2017-09-27

Issue

Section

Case Study