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Scalp arteriovenous malformation and cardiac failure
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Scalp arteriovenous malformation and cardiac failure
by Ali-Tomlin, Jul 14, 1999 12:00AM
Posted by Ali Tomlin on July 14, 1999 at 10:30:50
Where do I go for NHS/private treatment and advice for scalp arteriovenous malformation for a 26 year old male? The mass on the right temple pulses loudly and is growing daily and he has been told there is no treatment available/possible, yet I have found evidence of similar cases cured whilst searching medline. He is concerned that an arrhythmia he suspects is present may be related to the scalp AV malformation. He has been given an MRI scan and the malformation is not mirrored inside the skull. Should he not also be offered some kind of angiogram, ie a CEMRA? Please help, thank you.
Posted by CCF CARDIO MD - CRC on July 14, 1999 at 12:19:06
A dermatologist at a University medical center should be able to help your friend. There are new treatments available including laser surgery that can help this condtion. I don't think it is related to his heart palpitations.
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