Sunday January 31, 2010

Q: What is Osler-Weber-Rendu syndrome?

Answer: Osler-Weber-Rendu syndrome is an inherited condition. People with this condition develop abnormal blood vessels called arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) in several areas of the body. If they are on the skin, they are called telangiectasias. The AVMs can also develop in other areas of the body, such as the brain, lungs, liver, or intestines.