Arteriovenous fistula

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000802",
  "term": "Arteriovenous fistula",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An abnormal connection or passageway formed directly between an artery and a vein, bypassing the capillaries. This can be congenital or acquired due to trauma, infection, or medical procedures. The direct connection leads to increased blood flow and pressure in the vein, potentially causing complications.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 849 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/arteriovenous-fistula/"
}