Brain AVM Treatment (Embolization and Surgery)

Brain Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) is an abnormal tangle of blood vessels in the brain that can lead to serious complications, including bleeding or stroke. Treatment for AVM involves either embolization, a minimally invasive procedure, or surgery to remove the malformation. The choice of treatment depends on the size, location, and condition of the AVM, as well as the patient’s overall health.

Embolization involves the insertion of a catheter through a blood vessel to block the abnormal blood vessels that supply the AVM. This procedure helps reduce the risk of bleeding and shrinks the AVM. Surgery, on the other hand, involves the removal of the AVM through a surgical procedure, which may require opening the skull to access the brain.

Benefits of Brain AVM Treatment

The goal of treating brain AVM is to reduce the risk of rupture, bleeding, or stroke. Embolization and surgery can effectively manage these conditions, improve neurological outcomes, and reduce the possibility of long-term brain damage. Both methods can offer significant improvements in quality of life for patients affected by AVMs.

Our specialized team of neurosurgeons and interventional radiologists works together to create a personalized treatment plan for each patient, ensuring the safest and most effective approach to AVM management.

How Brain AVM Treatment Works

Brain AVM treatment can involve one or both approaches, depending on the specifics of the AVM. For embolization, a catheter is guided through the blood vessels to the AVM site, where embolic agents are used to block the abnormal blood vessels. This procedure is done under local anesthesia and is minimally invasive. If surgery is required, the neurosurgeon may access the brain through a craniotomy to remove the AVM and prevent further complications. Both treatments aim to reduce the risk of rupture and improve overall brain health.