Arterio-venous fistula in the lower limb in consequence of Fogarty balloon catheter embolectomy. Case report and review of the literature.

Arterio-venous fistula following Fogarty catheter embolectomy is a rare but dangerous complication. The case of a male patient in whom such a fistula was repaired surgically is described. Aggressive approach in the treatment of this severe condition to prevent unnecessary limb loss is advocated. The pertinent literature is reviewed.