Arteriovenous malformation of external ear and temporal region: a case report
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https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20151205Keywords:
Arteriovenous malformations, External carotid artery, Pinna, TraumaticAbstract
Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) of the scalp are remarkably rare. We report a case of 20 years old female complaining of swelling over right pinna and scalp since 2 years with known history of trauma. This case report represents pathogenesis, clinical features and management of the disease.
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