Get a Second Opinion on Arteriovenous Malformation Surgery

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An arteriovenous malformation (AVM) diagnosis can be frightening. When these blood vessel tangles rupture, they can be disabling or even life-threatening. This is where we can help. Barrow Neurological Institute neurosurgeons are internationally renowned for their expertise in AVM treatment and see some of the most challenging cases. Success with the treatment of an AVM is dependent on skill and experience.

At Barrow, our neurosurgeons have operated on a combined total of more than 2,500 AVMs—many in deep and challenging areas of the brain. Through Barrow Second Opinion, our world-renowned neurosurgeons can recommend and provide the best course of treatment for your AVM based on its size and location, whether it’s conventional open surgery, endovascular surgery, radiosurgery, or a combination of treatments.

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Experience

Our neurovascular and endovascular surgeons are some of the most experienced and highly skilled in the world. Patients with the most complex AVMs travel from other countries for treatment at Barrow—a U.S. News & World Report top center for neurology and neurosurgery.

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Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques

While our experts recommend open surgery for some AVMs, others can be treated with minimally invasive endovascular surgery or noninvasive radiosurgery. The advantages of minimally invasive surgery can include a faster recovery time, reduced blood loss, a shorter hospital stay, and less post-operative pain.

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Comprehensive Care

At Barrow Neurological Institute, we offer a complete spectrum of neurological care from diagnosis to surgical treatment to neuro-rehabilitation. We continue to research and implement the latest technologies across the continuum of care and are a leader in the use of neuro-robotics for rehabilitation.

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MICRONEUROSURGERY

Our neurosurgeons are experienced in conventional AVM surgery. Using a high-powered microscope, the surgeon carefully removes the abnormal tangle of blood vessels from the brain or spinal cord and redirects blood flow.

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ENDOVASCULAR SURGERY

Endovascular neurosurgery allows the surgeon to eliminate blood flow to the AVM without opening up the skull or back. The surgeon inserts a catheter into a major artery in the body, navigates it to the site of the AVM, and uses it to insert special materials to seal off the AVM.

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RADIOSURGERY

Radiosurgery involves no incisions and can shrink AVMs over time. Precise beams of radiation damage and scar the tangled blood vessels, reducing blood flow and lowering the risk of rupture. Barrow offers the CyberKnife and Gamma Knife systems.

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COMPLETE TEAM OF EXPERTS

Before, during, and after your AVM treatment, you can be certain that you are in the hands of the most dedicated and experienced specialists for vascular malformations of the brain and spinal cord. All of our nurses have specialized training in neurosciences, and many have been caring for AVM patients for decades.

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NEURO-REHABILITATION

Our physical, occupational, and speech therapists are experienced in working with individuals with disabilities caused by AVM bleeds. Your rehabilitation team will be with you every step of the way.

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AVM RESEARCH

Our experts are committed to learning more about the causes of AVMs and factors involved in their rupture. Scientists and clinicians collaborate on translational and clinical AVM research, and many of our patients have the opportunity to participate in clinical trials to advance the field.