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Neurological Surgery Case Studies
Arteriovenous Malformation
Case Study:
Arteriovenous malformations (AVM) are treated by microsurgery, embolization therapy, and radiosurgery, in various combinations. The presence of an AVM can disrupt the body’s ability to cycle blood to the body’s cells and back to the heart.
Below left: Image of the AVM.
Below right: Using microsurgical techniques, a complete removal (resection) of the AVM was performed with excellent results.
Featured Articles for Patients
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Our neurosurgeons provide endovascular, radiosurgical (Gamma Knife) and microsurgical treatment of arteriovenus malformations of the brain, spinal cord, and cranial spinal dura matter.
Featured Patient Story
Lisa Abbot's Story
Lisa Abbot was sent to Harborview for emergency, life-saving treatment by its world-renowned neurosurgeons. By the time she arrived at Harborview, she was in a coma. Read more . . .
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