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What is the definition of Vein of Galen Aneurysm?
Vein of Galen aneurysm is a rare form of arteriovenous malformation in which the embryonic precursor to the vein of Galen, a vein at the base of the brain, dilates causing too much blood to rush to the heart. This can lead to rapid heart failure. Other features may include increased head circumference resulting from hydrocephalus, unusually prominent veins on the face and scalp, developmental delay, persistent headache, and other neurological findings. Vein of Galen aneurysm is often recognized on an ultrasound late in pregnancy. In other cases, it is diagnosed after birth. Although the exact cause remains unknown, this condition appears to result from a defect in early fetal development.
What are the alternative names for Vein of Galen Aneurysm?
  • Vein of Galen aneurysm
  • Ectasia or varix of the vein of Galen
  • Galen vein aneurysm
  • Galenic arteriovenous malformation
  • VGAM
  • Vein of Galen aneurysm malformation
Who are the top Vein of Galen Aneurysm Local Doctors?
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Dr. Charles C. Matouk
Neurosurgery | Interventional Radiology
Elite in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. Charles C. Matouk
Neurosurgery | Interventional Radiology

Yale University

20 York St, 
New Haven, CT 
203-688-4242
Languages Spoken:
English
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Charles Matouk is a Neurosurgery specialist and an Interventional Radiologist in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Matouk is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

Edward R. Smith
Elite in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. Edward R. Smith
Neurosurgery | Pediatrics
Elite in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. Edward R. Smith
Neurosurgery | Pediatrics

Boston Pediatric Neurosurgical Foundation Inc

300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 
617-355-6000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Edward Smith is a Pediatrics specialist and a Neurosurgery provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Smith is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Endovascular Embolization, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Alejandro Berenstein
Radiology
Elite in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. Alejandro Berenstein
Radiology

Mount Sinai Medical Center

1450 Madison Ave, 
New York, NY 
212-241-3400
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English
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Alejandro Berenstein is a Radiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Berenstein is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Liver Embolization, and Stent Placement.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center