
Case 114: Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
Pulmonary AVMs are typically easy to diagnose on plain CT. Contrast CT helps with confirmation and planning. Embolization is the typical mode of treatment, even if the patient is asymptomatic.
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A 55-years old with carcinoma endometrium was referred for an opinion for a lung nodule diagnosed on the PET/CT.

A closer look showed linear vessels leading up to the nodule and MIP images showed a classic AVM.

The video discusses the case and the current knowledge base of PAVMs along with other similar cases
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