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Arteriovenous Malformations-Current Understanding of the Pathogenesis with Implications for Treatment. International journal of molecular sciences Schimmel, K., Ali, M. K., Tan, S. Y., Teng, J., Do, H. M., Steinberg, G. K., Stevenson, D. A., Spiekerkoetter, E. 2021; 22 (16)

Abstract

Arteriovenous malformations are a vascular anomaly typically present at birth, characterized by an abnormal connection between an artery and a vein (bypassing the capillaries). These high flow lesions can vary in size and location. Therapeutic approaches are limited, and AVMs can cause significant morbidity and mortality. Here, we describe our current understanding of the pathogenesis of arteriovenous malformations based on preclinical and clinical findings. We discuss past and present accomplishments and challenges in the field and identify research gaps that need to be filled for the successful development of therapeutic strategies in the future.

View details for DOI 10.3390/ijms22169037

View details for PubMedID 34445743