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**Abstract authors:**

Alex Devarajan¹, Mais Al-Kawaz¹, Jessica Bonet¹, Daryl Goldman¹, Christina Rossitto¹, Michelle Sorscher¹, Peter Morgenstern¹, Tomoyoshi Shigematsu¹, Alejandro Berenstein¹, Johanna Fifi¹

¹Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

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Introduction Patients with Vein of Galen malformations (VOGM) can develop significant angiogenesis leading to hemodynamic and structural remodeling. This results in an extensive fine angiogenic network fistulizing to the vein of Galen. In patients with angiogenic networks, transarterial embolization (TAE) is challenging due to poor penetration and access while transvenous approaches (TVE) carry a risk of hemorrhage from pathologic vasculature. These patients present early and symptomatically and can have devastating outcomes if not treated. Objective We illustrate the case of a pediatric patient who presented with an angiogenic VOGM ultimately treated by staged TAE with a miniature dual-lumen balloon microcatheter (DLBC) and curative TVE. Case Presentation A 12-month-old boy presented after VOGM was identified during workup for progressive hydrocephalus. Endovascular embolization was offered. The infant underwent five staged TAE, followed by curative TVE via pressure cooker technique. Initial pre-embolization angiogram demonstrated a diffuse vascular network within the third ventricle and choroidal fissure superiorly feeding the malformation. Because the network complicated fistulous point access, a miniature DLBC was utilized to achieve distal pedicle flow arrest and partial network devascularization. Postoperatively, the embolization was complicated by IVH and hydrocephalus requiring an ETV with no lasting neurological deficit. For the final embolization, given the arterial morphology and progressive venous reduction, TVE was the technically easiest choice to achieve angiographic cure. Follow-up angiogram demonstrated complete obliteration of the malformation and subsequent clinical follow-up demonstrated improvements in milestones. Conclusion Through a combination of new technologies and techniques, technically challenging VOGMs are now curable. The patient is able to achieve a relatively normal quality of life due to timely and effective treatment.

IPSO 2023

Angiographic Cure of a Highly Angiogenic Vein of Galen Malformation by Staged Transarterial and Transvenous Embolization: Case Report

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The International Pediatric Stroke Organization (IPSO) 2023 Virtual Conference is April 28-29th, 2023. The mission of the virtual conference is to unify the global community of professionals engaged in research and clinical care for children with cerebrovascular diseases, and chart a path forward for multinational, multidisciplinary efforts. Similar to the IPSO 2021 Virtual Conference, IPSO has partnered with Underline to host this virtual conference. 

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The mission of the International Pediatric Stroke Organization (IPSO) 2023 Virtual Conference is to unify the global community of professionals engaged in research and clinical care for children with cerebrovascular diseases, and chart a path forward for multinational, multidisciplinary efforts. 



**Abstract authors:**

Alex Devarajan¹, Jessica Bonet¹, Alexander Schupper¹, Christina Rossitto¹, Michelle Sorscher¹, Alejandro Berenstein¹, Johanna Fifi¹, Tomoyoshi Shigematsu¹

¹Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

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Introduction Vein of Galen Malformations (VOGM) are congenital arteriovenous malformations (AVM) primarily treated by endovascular embolization via transarterial (TAE) or transvenous (TVE) approaches. TVE can be utilized to close the malformation but carries risk of venous congestion and redirection of venous outflow with significant neurologic consequences. Objective Here, we illustrate the atypical use of an intracranial venous sinus stent to improve normal venous outflow after TVE in the case of a pediatric patient with VOGM. Case A 3-year-old girl presented for continued management of VOGM. She had received six prior TAEs at the senior author's institution: after progressive reduction of the malformation, she was a suitable candidate for TVE. Pre-embolization angiogram demonstrated a choroidal type VOGM with venous hypertension: the vein of Galen drained retrograde through the vein of Labbe, the left transverse sinus drained into cortical cerebellar veins without opacification of the left sigmoid sinus, and stenosis of the right sigmoid-jugular junction was present. Balloon angioplasty of the right sigmoid-jugular junction was performed to aid guide catheter navigation. After TVE by pressure cooker technique, balloon-assisted venous sinus stenting was performed at the right sigmoid-jugular junction to aid normal venous sinus drainage. Post-embolization angiogram demonstrated reduced shunting through the malformation and reduced aberrant cortical venous drainage. Shunted blood mainly drained to the right transverse-sigmoid sinuses with marked improvement of venous diameter and flow. The patient experienced no postoperative complications and clinical follow-up demonstrated improvement in milestones. A second TVE resulted in complete occlusion. Conclusion In patients with VOGM and venous hypertension receiving TVE, venous sinus stenting may be a safe and effective option to reduce aberrant cortical venous drainage and improve normal outflow.

Adjunctive Venous Sinus Stenting in Transvenous Embolization of Vein of Galen Malformation: Case Report

**Abstract authors:**

Zokirzhon Zokhidov¹, Matvey Livshits¹, Inna Shchederkina¹, Gennady Chmutin¹, Sergey Ozerov¹, Alexander Levov¹, Madina Berdieva¹, Anastasia Vergizovа¹

¹Morozov Children's Clinical Hospital

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Relevance: Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) in children is a risk factor for hemorrhagic stroke. Materials: The study included 72 children who applied to "Morozov Children's City Clinical Hospital, with a diagnosis of AVM of the cerebral vessels with the presence of intracerebral hematoma. Age ranged from 1 month. up to 18 years old, the median age at diagnosis was 9.6. Boys vs girls-36(50%) vs 35 (50%) Methods: Of 72 children, surgical treatment was performed in 61. Seven patients were not operated on, after stabilization of their condition, they were referred for stereotaxic radiosurgery. 4 patients died. Cerebral deficit was the leading symptom in 52 patients. In 17 patients, the assessment of focal symptoms was difficult due to the severity of the condition. The level of impaired consciousness: clear consciousness in 17 (23.6%), stunning in 23 (31.9%), stupor in 15 (20.9%), coma in 17 (23.6%). The most common localization of AVMs is the parietal lobe. Distribution of patients according to Spetzler-Martin gradation: AVM: type I -- 9 (12.5% %), type II -- 21 (29.2%), type III -- 26 (36.1%), IV -- 13 (18, 1%), V -- 3 (4.1%) patients. The volume of intracranial hematoma ranged from 9 ml to 130 ml. The results: based on the timing of admission to the hospital, the severity of the patient's condition, the size and location of the hematoma, its relationship to the mid-stem and basal structures, a decision was made on the need and extent of surgical intervention. Type of operation: microsurgical in 31 (51%) patients, embolization in 12 (20%) patients and combined intervention (microsurgery + embolization) - in 18 (29%) patients. Outcome: complete regression of neurological symptoms in 34 (55.7%) patients, moderate disability in 20 (32.8%) patients, severe disability in -7 (11.5%) patients. Conclusion: Surgical tactics as early as possible allows to achieve good outcomes in most patients.

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