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Would you prefer pet scan over angiogram? this is for an avm on my left forehead. i finished mri and mra. we want to make sure which one is better.
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See below: Angiograms are specifically for showing details of vascular anatomy. Pet, as i understand it, tests function of different areas.
Answered 1/20/2013
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Angiogram: Angiogram because depending on size of avm , may be able to treat at the same time.
Answered 1/23/2013
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Angiogram: For an avm, after MRI and mra, an angiogram would be the most appropriate next test, generally to evaluate options for treatment, i.e. Surgery versus embolization.
Answered 6/10/2014
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