Axillary Vein Rupture after Angioplasty

ABSTRACT

Venous rupture is an uncommon complication resulting from dialysis graft interventions. The authors describe a case of axillary vein rupture following angioplasty necessitating placement of a covered stent for the control of hemorrhage.

KEYWORDS

Covered stents - venous angioplasty - venous rupture - hemodialysis access thrombosis

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