Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformations

Intracranial AVMs are complex lesions requiring multidisciplinary expertise for optimal patient outcomes. While the optimal treatment depends on AVM-specific factors such as rupture status, size, location within the brain, and the presence of deep venous drainage, the treating neurosurgeon must be able to synthesize the risks and benefits of multiple treatment options to best determine the safest treatment modality for each patient. In this chapter we present current review on best practices for the treatment of intracranial AVMs.