Cavernous malformations

A cavernous malformation refers to a collection of irregular or enlarged blood vessels in the brain or spinal cord.  Neurologists at Boston Children's Hospital have a strong history of diagnosing and treating cavernous malformations.

• Cavernous malformations are also called cavernomas, cavernous hemangiomas, or occult vascular malformations
• They can occur anywhere in the body, but usually only cause serious problems in the brain and spinal cord
• Can range in from dime-sized to 3 - 5 inches or greater
• Most cavernous malformations are congenital (present at birth)

How Children's Hospital Boson approaches cavernous malformations

Neurologists at Boston Children's Hospital have access to the latest equipment and techniques for diagnosing and treating cavernous malformations.  They also frequently pioneer new surgical approaches and equipment in their constant search for the best and most reliable ways of treating their young patients.