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Vein of Galen malformation

Case contributed by Sarita Bishnoi
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Macrocephaly, delayed milestones and seizures.

Patient Data

Age: 2 years
Gender: Male

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ct

A  large midline vascular structure was seen which represented dilated venous structure draining into the straight sinus and falcine sinus and eventually to the superior sagittal sinus. A feeding artery from the basilar artery was seen. Hydrocephalus is also seen.

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