An interesting case of an aortopulmonary artery fistula
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Aortopulmonary artery fistulae are exceeding rare and may be associated with aortic arch aneurysms or thoracic aortic surgery. Here, we present a case of an aortopulmonary artery fistula in an 87-year-old woman with no history of aneursymal disease or thoracic surgery and discuss the likely aetiology and management of this condition.
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دوره 2014 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2014