Abstract
Abstract
Background
Spinal arteriovenous malformations (AVM) consist of a heterogeneous group of pathological vascular entities that affect the spinal cord parenchyma either directly or indirectly.
Case presentation
We present an unusual case of spinal arteriovenous malformation (type 2) in an 18-month-old girl who presented with weakness of both lower limbs and urinary incontinence. She was diagnosed with a spinal AVM with large intramedullary nidus and paraspinal extension which was managed with endovascular embolization.
Conclusion
Spinal cord AVM in children can be debilitating. If presented early, patient can be taken up for embolization, which is a relatively safe procedure with better neurological outcome. Our case illustrates the successful role of interventional radiology in the treatment of this rare condition.
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and imaging
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