Genetic and epigenetic mechanisms in the development of arteriovenous malformations in the brain.

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Vascular malformations are developmental congenital abnormalities of the vascular system which may involve any segment of the vascular tree such as capillaries, veins, arteries, or lymphatics. Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are congenital vascular lesions, initially described as "erectile tumors," characterized by atypical aggregation of dilated arteries and veins. They may occur in any part of the body,...

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