The embryologic basis for the anatomy of the cerebral vasculature related to arteriovenous malformations
Abstract A detailed understanding of vascular anatomy is essential to facilitate appropriate decision-making by clinicians responsible for treating arteriovenous malformations (AVM) of the brain and dura. This work reviews the embryologic development of the cerebral vasculature, including the dural...
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Published in | Journal of clinical neuroscience Vol. 18; no. 4; pp. 464 - 469 |
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Main Authors | , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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Scotland
Elsevier Ltd
01.04.2011
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Summary: | Abstract A detailed understanding of vascular anatomy is essential to facilitate appropriate decision-making by clinicians responsible for treating arteriovenous malformations (AVM) of the brain and dura. This work reviews the embryologic development of the cerebral vasculature, including the dural venous sinuses, with a focus on the relevant angioarchitecture. There is little doubt that dural AVM are acquired lesions; however, conflicting evidence exists regarding the pathophysiology of brain AVM. Patients described in this review provide support for both of the proposed mechanisms for the development of brain AVM (post-natal development compared to embryologic origin). Further work is required to improve our understanding of the pathophysiology of these lesions. |
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ISSN: | 0967-5868 1532-2653 |
DOI: | 10.1016/j.jocn.2010.12.004 |