This PedsCases Note provides a one-page infographic on Cutaneous Arteriovenous Malformations. This note provides a thorough review of the pathophysiology, differential diagnosis, clinical features, and management of AVM. It was created by Conné Lategan (Medical Student, University of Alberta), Dr. Regan Guilfoyle (Pediatric Plastic Surgeon, University of Alberta).

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