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Vascular malformations of the brain

A guide for patients and carers

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Contents

  • Introduction
  • What is a vascular malformation of the brain?
  • Arteriovenous malformation (AVM)
  • Cavernous malformation
  • Venous malformation
  • What tests will the doctors do?
  • What are the symptoms of a vascular malformation?
  • What are the risks for the future?
  • How can vascular malformations be treated?
  • What is embolisation?
  • What is stereotactic radiosurgery?
  • What is neurosurgery?
  • What other treatments might I have?
  • How will my life be affected?
  • Other organisations that may be able to help
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