Vascular Malformations

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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