Which of the following statements about arteriovenous fistula are correct?
A. The local features characteristic of an arteriovenous communication are demonstrated by the presence of a thrill and bruit with aneurysmal dilatation.
B. An arteriovenous fistula is best managed by ligation of the feeding vessels.
C. The most common type of arteriovenous fistula is iatrogenic, created for vascular access.
D. Branum’s or Nicoladoni’s sign is increased heart rate when the fistula is compressed.
Answer:A
Which of the following statements about arteriovenous fistula are correct?
A. The local features characteristic of an arteriovenous communication are demonstrated by the presence of a thrill and bruit with aneurysmal dilatation. B. An arteriovenous fistula is best managed by ligation of the feeding vessels. C. The most common type of arteriovenous fistula is iatrogenic, created for vascular access. D. Branum’s or Nicoladoni’s sign is increased heart rate when the fistula is compressed.