Part 1- When and Why to Operate on a Brain AVM

In the first of a two-part tutorial we will discuss the decision to treat a brain arteriovenous malformation, whether ruptured or unruptured. Once the decision to treat has been made another awaits as to how this is best accomplished. This section will cover:

• The natural history of ruptured and unruptured BAVMs
• The current evidence base for treatment
• Balancing procedural risk against benefit- informed consent
• Defining and measuring outcomes