Vol. 2, Issue 12, Part E (2016)
Rare case presentation of vein of Galen malformation with melting brain syndrome
Rare case presentation of vein of Galen malformation with melting brain syndrome
Author(s)
Dr. V Pande, Dr. R Jadhav, Dr. Sharad R Agarkhedkar, Dr. Shishir R Garg and Dr. Ayush
AbstractIntroduction: The Vein of Galen aneurysmal malformations (VGAM) is a rare form of embryonic arteriovenous shunt (AVS) in the choroidal fissure
[1].
Case Report: 18 months female child brought with C/o Regression of milestones and Vomiting since 2 months. Echocardiography showed mildly dilated left atrium and ventricles. Fundus examination showed temporal pallor & later optic atrophy. MRI brain: S/O Vein of Galen malformation with melting brain syndrome.
Conclusion: Early and appropriate diagnostic tests permit the proper management.
How to cite this article:
Dr. V Pande, Dr. R Jadhav, Dr. Sharad R Agarkhedkar, Dr. Shishir R Garg, Dr. Ayush. Rare case presentation of vein of Galen malformation with melting brain syndrome. Int J Appl Res 2016;2(12):294-295.