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==What are the symptoms of cavernous angioma?== | ==What are the symptoms of cavernous angioma?== | ||
Clinical presentations of cavernous angioma vary depending on where the lesion is found. Symptoms include [[headache]], [[seizures]], [[hemorrhage]] and focal neurologic deficits. | Clinical presentations of cavernous angioma vary depending on where the lesion is found. Symptoms include [[headache]], [[seizures]], [[hemorrhage]] and focal neurologic deficits. | ||
==What causes cavernous angioma?== | ==What causes cavernous angioma?== | ||
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*The exact cause of cavernous angioma is still unknown. | *The exact cause of cavernous angioma is still unknown. | ||
*However, it is believed that it usually develops as a form of compensation to the lack of normal vessels brought about by [[hypoplasia]], [[aplasia]], or early occlusion of newly formed-veins. | *However, it is believed that it usually develops as a form of compensation to the lack of normal vessels brought about by [[hypoplasia]], [[aplasia]], or early occlusion of newly formed-veins.<br /> | ||
==Who is at highest risk?== | ==Who is at highest risk?== | ||
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Overview
Cavernous angiomas are vascular malformations with thin-walled endothelial-lining. It has two types: sporadic or familial with autosomal dominant inheritance.
What are the symptoms of cavernous angioma?
Clinical presentations of cavernous angioma vary depending on where the lesion is found. Symptoms include headache, seizures, hemorrhage and focal neurologic deficits.
What causes cavernous angioma?
- The exact cause of cavernous angioma is still unknown.
- However, it is believed that it usually develops as a form of compensation to the lack of normal vessels brought about by hypoplasia, aplasia, or early occlusion of newly formed-veins.
Who is at highest risk?
Diagnosis
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for cavernous angioma?
Prevention
What to expect (outlook/perspective)
Possible complications
References