Arteriovenous malformations in the basal ganglia and thalamus - A rare case of recurrent stroke

Stroke is rare in children when compare to adults. The aetiology, clinical presentation and outcome of stroke also different from adult. Arterio venous malformations are a rare cause of haemorrhagic stroke in children. Clinical features and secerity depends on site of the lesion. They are prone for recurrence and management of deep seated arterio venous malformations is a difficult one even in an experienced hand. We are presenting a rare case of AVM in basal ganglion region presented with recurrent stoke.
 

Keywords: Recurrent stroke, Arterio venous malformations, Pediatric, Basal ganglia and thalamus