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Semin Neurol 2013; 33(05): 468-475
DOI: 10.1055/s-0033-1364212
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Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation Diagnosis and Management

Kaiz Asif
1   Department of Neurology, Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
,
John Leschke
1   Department of Neurology, Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
,
Marc A. Lazzaro
1   Department of Neurology, Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2   Department of Neurosurgery, Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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06 February 2014 (online)

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Abstract

Arteriovenous malformations of the brain can carry considerable morbidity and mortality in the setting of rupture. The complex angioarchitecture and hemodynamic alteration requires careful consideration in diagnostic and management approaches. In this review, the authors define the pathophysiology, outline diagnostic methods, and highlight current management approaches.

Keywords

arteriovenous malformation - radiosurgery - embolization - hemorrhagic stroke
 

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