“Another way is to use stereotactic radiosurgery in which we focus the radiation to the brain AVM,” explained Dr. Mericle. “This can be only used if the AVM is small, and Drake’s AVM was ...

There are three main treatment options for brain AVMs: open neurosurgery, AVM embolization, and radiation (radiosurgery or stereotactic radiosurgery). Neurosurgery is often the best option for small ...

Lucy Markovic, a 27-year-old Australian super model lost her life while undergoing treatment for a brain AVM. Here's all you need to know about the rare disease ...