Vein of Galen malformations

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Definition

midline arteriovenous fistulae with aneurysmal dilatation of the vein of Galen.

Clinical presentation

The most common presenting symptoms in newborns include:

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Condition Frequency
Congestive cardiac failure 47%
Raised intracranial pressure secondary to hydrocephalus 40%
Cranial bruit 25%
Focal neurological deficit 16%
Seizures 11%
Hemorrhage 10%
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