There is no cure for moyamoya disease. Treatment is symptomatic and supportive. Individuals experiencing TIAs and stroke may be given aspirin, vasodilators, or anticoagulants to reduce the risk of future attacks. Children usually respond better to revascularization surgery than adults. Progressive deterioration of cognitive function is seen in the majority of individuals with moyamoya disease.
Death usually results from intracerebral hemorrhage.
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