Vascular Malformations Overview
Vascular malformations are artery, blood vessel, lymph vessel and vein abnormalities. Symptoms can be unpleasant and sometimes life-altering. A Carolina Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Associates’ (CONA) neurovascular specialist should be contacted as soon as symptoms present.
Symptoms & Causes
Vascular malformations symptoms include:
- Confusion
- Coordination problems
- Dizziness
- Loss of memory
- Muscle weakness
- Muscle paralysis
- Numbness
- Speech and understanding problems
- Spine pain
- Tingling
- Vision problems
Vascular malformations occur during fetal development. The two risk factors are gender (male) and family history.
Common Treatments:
A variety of medications, minimally invasive procedures and traditional surgical procedures are available. After a thorough evaluation, a CONA neurovascular specialist makes an accurate diagnosis and prescribes an appropriate treatment plan.
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