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What is the definition of Arteriovenous Malformation?

An arteriovenous malformation occurs when arteries and veins develop in ways that form a tangle. The tangled arteries and veins of arteriovenous malformations also form abnormal connections between them that impair normal blood flow and oxygenation to surrounding tissues. Arteriovenous malformations most commonly form in the brain or spinal cord but may also appear elsewhere in the body. Some types of arteriovenous malformations may resemble birthmarks called hemangiomas or port-wine stains. Arteriovenous malformations can rupture and cause bleeding.

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What are the symptoms of Arteriovenous Malformation?

Arteriovenous malformations may not cause any initial symptoms and are often only discovered after they have ruptured or during an examination or imaging for another health concern. Symptoms of an arteriovenous malformation depend on where it is located. Symptoms may not appear until after the arteriovenous malformation has ruptured and caused bleeding. Symptoms of an arteriovenous malformation may include headache; nausea; dizziness; seizures; loss of neurological function; confusion; cognitive difficulties; learning or behavioral difficulties in children and teens; loss of consciousness; vision problems; buzzing sounds in the ears; speech difficulties or difficulty understanding language (aphasia); memory loss or dementia; hallucinations; weakened muscles; partial paralysis; facial paralysis; drooping eyelids; changes in sense of smell; difficulty with balance and walking; coldness in fingers and toes; and back pain. A particular type of arteriovenous malformation called a vein of Galen defect may cause symptoms at birth, including fluid on the brain (hydrocephalus); swollen scalp veins; seizures; failure to thrive; and congestive heart failure.

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What are the different types of Arteriovenous Malformation?

Common conditions include: Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)

What are the current treatments for Arteriovenous Malformation?

Treatment for arteriovenous malformation depends on its location and symptoms. Some arteriovenous malformations may be managed with a watch-and-wait approach and regular imaging. Arteriovenous malformations that have bled, are causing other symptoms, or that are in a part of the brain that can be safely treated may require surgery. Endovascular surgery is a minimally-invasive approach to treating arteriovenous malformations in which a catheter is inserted into an artery into which a substance such as a medical glue is injected, or a metal coil is placed, to stop or reduce blood. Stereotactic radiosurgery is also used with focused beams of radiation that stop the blood supply to the arteriovenous malformation. Sclerotherapy is when a liquid medicine is injected into the arteriovenous malformation to reduce its blood flow. Medications to manage the symptoms of arteriovenous malformations, such as seizures or headaches, may also be given.

Who are the top Arteriovenous Malformation Local Doctors?

Dr. Byung-boong Lee

Vascular Surgery

Advanced

Highly rated in

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Vascular Surgery

HCA Capital Division

1830 Town Center Dr,

Reston, VA

8.9 mi

Byung-boong Lee is a Vascular Surgeon in Reston, Virginia. Dr. Lee has been practicing medicine for over 58 years and is rated as an Advanced doctor by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Lymphedema, Lymphatic Obstruction, and Varicose Veins. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Sidhartha R. Chandela

Neurosurgery

Experienced

Highly rated in

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Neurosurgery

Neurosurgery - Leesburg

44055 Riverside Pkwy,

Leesburg, VA

2.0 mi

Sidhartha Chandela is a Neurosurgery doctor in Leesburg, Virginia. Dr. Chandela has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Experienced doctor by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Chandela is currently accepting new patients.

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Dr. Holly C. Harris

Family Medicine

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Family Medicine

HCA Capital Division

Capital Healthcare PC

21785 Filigree Ct,

Ashburn, VA

3.0 mi

Holly Harris is a Family Medicine doctor in Ashburn, Virginia. Dr. Harris has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced doctor by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Arteriovenous Malformation, Frozen Shoulder, and Infant Hyperglycemia. Dr. Harris is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Arteriovenous Malformation Clinical Trials?

Fistules Artério-Veineuses: Angioplastie Par Ballon à Elution de Drogue (FAVABED) - Arteriovenous Fistulae: Drug-eluting Balloon Angioplasty

Enrollment Status: Recruiting

Publish Date: March 28, 2023

Intervention Type: Device

Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: Dysfunctions such as tight stenosis or thrombosis in haemodialysis vascular accesses are the leading cause of hospitalisationand morbidity in chronic haemodialysis patients incurring significant related costs estimated at over one billion dollars in the USA. Dysfunctions of these vascular accesses are generally treated by conventional angioplasty as this is the least invasive procedure, the altern...

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Clinical, Genetic, and Epidemiologic Study of Children and Adults With RASopathies

Enrollment Status: Recruiting

Publish Date: March 21, 2023

Background: RASopathies are a group of conditions caused by a genetic change. People with a RASopathy may have developmental issues, cognitive disability, poor growth, and birth defects. They may also have an increased risk for developing cancer. Researchers want to learn more.

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