Successful operation on a coronary arteriovenous fistula in a 74 year old woman.
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Coronary arteriovenous fistulas are rare and are usually diagnosed in children or young adults. Most are believed to be congenital. A right coronary arteriovenous fistula was first diagnosed in a patient of 74. Despite her age the fistula was successfully operated on and her symptoms were relieved.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- British heart journal
دوره 65 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1991