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What is the definition of Vein of Galen Aneurysm?
Vein of Galen aneurysm is a rare form of arteriovenous malformation in which the embryonic precursor to the vein of Galen, a vein at the base of the brain, dilates causing too much blood to rush to the heart. This can lead to rapid heart failure. Other features may include increased head circumference resulting from hydrocephalus, unusually prominent veins on the face and scalp, developmental delay, persistent headache, and other neurological findings. Vein of Galen aneurysm is often recognized on an ultrasound late in pregnancy. In other cases, it is diagnosed after birth. Although the exact cause remains unknown, this condition appears to result from a defect in early fetal development.
What are the alternative names for Vein of Galen Aneurysm?
  • Vein of Galen aneurysm
  • Ectasia or varix of the vein of Galen
  • Galen vein aneurysm
  • Galenic arteriovenous malformation
  • VGAM
  • Vein of Galen aneurysm malformation
Who are the top Vein of Galen Aneurysm Local Doctors?
Elite in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. Charles C. Matouk
Neurosurgery | Interventional Radiology
Elite in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. Charles C. Matouk
Neurosurgery | Interventional Radiology

Yale University

20 York St, 
New Haven, CT 
203-688-4242
Languages Spoken:
English
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Charles Matouk is a Neurosurgery specialist and an Interventional Radiologist in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Matouk is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

David M. Hasan
Advanced in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. David M. Hasan
General Surgery | Neurosurgery
Advanced in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. David M. Hasan
General Surgery | Neurosurgery

Duke Neurological Disorders Clinic - Clinic 1L

40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
919-681-1700
Languages Spoken:
English
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David Hasan is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hasan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Arteriovenous Malformation, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement. Dr. Hasan is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Demetrius K. Lopes
Advanced in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. Demetrius K. Lopes
Neurosurgery
Advanced in Vein of Galen Aneurysm
Dr. Demetrius K. Lopes
Neurosurgery

Advocate Medical Group Neurosurgery

1700 Luther Ln, Ste 1170, 
Park Ridge, IL 
844-376-3876
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English, Portuguese, Spanish
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Demetrius Lopes is a Neurosurgery provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Lopes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center