Vein of Galen malformation treated with the Micro Vascular Plug system: case report

J Neurosurg Pediatr. 2017 Jun;19(6):729-733. doi: 10.3171/2016.12.PEDS16305. Epub 2017 Mar 24.

Abstract

This case report describes the use of the Micro Vascular Plug (MVP) system in a mural-type vein of Galen aneurysmal malformation, resulting in successful occlusion of the cerebrovascular fistula. This result was confirmed with immediate cessation in blood flow and 6-month follow-up angiography. The unique characteristics of the MVP provide potential advantages over current embolic techniques for occlusion of high-flow, fistulous, intracranial vessels such as those seen in the vein of Galen aneurysmal malformation, and may represent a valuable addition to the currently available options.

Keywords: MVP = Micro Vascular Plug; Micro Vascular Plug; VGAM = vein of Galen aneurysmal malformation; arteriovenous malformation; endovascular; vascular disorders; vein of Galen.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Embolization, Therapeutic / instrumentation*
  • Embolization, Therapeutic / methods*
  • Endovascular Procedures*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Vein of Galen Malformations / diagnostic imaging
  • Vein of Galen Malformations / physiopathology
  • Vein of Galen Malformations / surgery*