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Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2006; 10(2): 145-158
DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-939032
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Treatment of Musculoskeletal Vascular Anomalies

Orhan Konez1 , 2
  • 1Department of Radiology, Vascular and Interventional Radiology, St. John West Shore Hospital, Westlake, Ohio
  • 2Department of Radiology, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio
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06 April 2006 (online)

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ABSTRACT

The treatment of musculoskeletal vascular anomalies can be accomplished by means of challenging image-guided interventional techniques. Most patients benefit clinically from these procedures. Careful planning, appropriate training, and adequate patient care during and after the procedure are important to achieve optimal results and to minimize procedure-related risks.

KEYWORDS

Vascular malformation - vascular anomalies - angiography - embolization - sclerotherapy

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Department of Radiology, Vascular and Interventional Radiology, St. John West Shore Hospital

29000 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, OH 44145

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