Arteriovenous malformation
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An arteriovenous malformation (AVMArteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are characterised by an abnormal leash of vessels allowing for arteriovenous shunting. They can occur anywhere in the body but have a predilection towards the head and neck. There is a direct arteriovenous communication with no intervening capillary bed. They can be congenital or acquired.
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-<p>An<strong> arteriovenous malformation (AVM)</strong> are characterised by an abnormal leash of vessels allowing for arteriovenous shunting. They can occur anywhere in the body but have a predilection towards the head and neck. There is a direct arteriovenous communication with no intervening capillary bed. They can be congenital or acquired.</p><h4>Classification</h4><h6>Location specific sub types</h6><ul>- +<p><strong>Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs)</strong> are characterised by an abnormal leash of vessels allowing for arteriovenous shunting. They can occur anywhere in the body but have a predilection towards the head and neck. There is a direct arteriovenous communication with no intervening capillary bed. They can be congenital or acquired.</p><h4>Classification</h4><h6>Location specific sub types</h6><ul>