Moyamoya in Children

The Moyamoya angiopathy in children usually presents with:

• TIAS: transient ischemic attacks, which are sudden, repetitive loss of function either of muscle strength or sensation of one of the limbs (arm, leg, facial weakness)
• epileptic attacks
• headaches

These symptoms usually appear when the child is under physical stress or under conditions of hyperventilation, blowing into musical instruments, physical exertion or under conditions of dehydration (warm days during the summer time, Fever). Therefore ample fluid intake on a daily basis is extremely important.