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Vein of Galen malformation

How is it treated?

Treatment of children with VGM consists of treatment of the abnormal blood vessels and treatment of secondary complications, such as cardiac failure. Treatment of the vascular problem is undertaken in a procedure known as embolisation. This is a technique used to block the abnormal communication(s) between arteries and veins, commonly using glue. More than one session of treatment may be required.

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Medical text written June 2005 by Dr V Ganesan, Senior Lecturer and Hon. Consultant Paediatric Neurologist, Institute of Child Health, London, UK.

 

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