Meaning of the word AVM in English
What does AVM mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
AVM
US /ˈeɪˌviːˈem/
UK /ˈeɪˌviːˈem/
Abbreviation
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Arteriovenous malformation: an abnormal tangle of blood vessels connecting arteries and veins, which can occur anywhere in the body but are most dangerous when they occur in the brain or spinal cord.
Example:
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The patient was diagnosed with an AVM in the brain.
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Surgical intervention may be necessary to treat a cerebral AVM.
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