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Just did mri w/ contrast. results all clear except l. side of the pons there is a 2 mm focus of contrast enhancement, likely representing capillary malformation. what does that mean? what happens next?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Do not know: Imaging seems to have revealed a likely congenital vascular malformation of questionable significance, but talk with your doctors who know you best. Cannot predict what steps are next.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 2/2/2021

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A member asked:

Just did mri w/ contrast. results all clear except l. side of the pons there is a 2 mm focus of contrast enhancement, likely representing capillary malformation. what does that mean? what happens next?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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