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Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)

Definition

Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (PAVM) is a rare vascular anomaly characterized by abnormal connections between the pulmonary arteries and veins. This results in the direct mixing of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood, leading to reduced oxygen levels in the bloodstream and various complications.