Question
About ten years ago, I had an MRI angiogram and found a small venous vascular malformation in the frontal area. It should be congenital. Later, I went to the hospital to ask, and they said it might fibrose in two years, so I haven’t paid much attention to it. I haven’t had any symptoms since then, no headaches, just occasional dizziness, and no symptoms of epilepsy. I want to ask if there’s anything serious about it. What is a vascular malformation?
Answer
A vascular malformation refers to an abnormal vascular structure that remains after birth due to the failure of certain arteries or veins to close properly during the process of embryonic development. These malformations may include patent ductus arteriosus, venous anomalies, and other related vascular abnormalities. In many cases, these malformations may not require immediate treatment, but regular monitoring is necessary to ensure no complications or deterioration occur. If symptoms such as headaches, vision problems, or other neurological symptoms arise, further evaluation and treatment may be needed.