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Clinically, they typically present with progressive hypoxemia, which can lead to worsening cyanosis, reduced exercise tolerance, and may even progress to heart failure.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Case summary<\/jats:title>\n We report an 8-year-old boy with complex congenital heart disease, including double outlet right ventricle, ventricular septal defect, atrial septal defect, and pulmonary stenosis. He underwent a bidirectional Glenn procedure at 6 months of age and subsequently developed progressive cyanosis. At 5 years old, he presented to our center, where comprehensive evaluation confirmed extensive PAVMs. Consequently, an extracardiac total cavopulmonary connection (TCPC) was performed. During the 3-year postoperative follow-up, the PAVMs completely resolved, oxygen saturation normalized, and clinical symptoms improved markedly.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n In patients with a history of Glenn procedure who present with unexplained hypoxemia, the possibility of postoperative PAVMs should be carefully considered. Early diagnosis and timely intervention can significantly improve outcomes. 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