Pulmonary arteriovenous fistula: A rare genetic defect where one or more the arteries and veins in the lung are connected via an abnormal opening or fistula which affects the oxygenation level of body tissues. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Pulmonary arteriovenous fistula is available below.
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