Moyamoya syndrome
Last revised by Rohit Sharma on 21 Jan 2024
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Gaillard F, Sharma R, Thibodeau R, et al. Moyamoya syndrome. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 20 Apr 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-10725
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- Moyamoya phenomenon
- Moyamoya pattern
- Moyamoya syndrome
Moyamoya syndrome, also termed the moyamoya pattern or phenomenon, is due to numerous conditions that can cause arterial occlusion of the circle of Willis, with resultant collaterals, and appearances reminiscent of moyamoya disease.
These conditions include 1-4 :
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vessel wall abnormalities
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connective tissue disorders
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infection
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less common causes
oral contraceptive use
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