Interventional Neuroradiology

What Is Interventional Neuroradiology?

Interventional Neuroradiology is an advanced medical field that diagnoses and treats vascular diseases of the brain, spinal cord, head and neck using angiographic techniques under imaging guidance, without the need for open surgery. Procedures are usually performed through thin catheters inserted via the groin or wrist. As a result, many vascular diseases can be treated with minimally invasive methods.

Which diseases does Interventional Neuroradiology deal with?

Interventional Neuroradiology is involved in the diagnosis and treatment of brain aneurysms, brain arteriovenous malformations (AVM), dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVF), stroke, narrowing and blockage of brain vessels, carotid artery diseases, spinal vascular diseases and certain head and neck vascular diseases. The most suitable treatment method for each patient is planned after a multidisciplinary evaluation.

Which treatments are performed in Interventional Neuroradiology?

Depending on the type of disease, interventional procedures such as aneurysm embolization (coil and stent-assisted treatments), mechanical thrombectomy (stroke treatment), vascular embolization, carotid artery stenting and endovascular treatment of brain and spinal vascular malformations can be performed. All procedures are carried out under the guidance of advanced imaging technologies.

What are the advantages of Interventional Neuroradiology procedures?

Compared with open surgery, these methods can be performed through smaller entry points and, in many patients, may provide a shorter hospital stay, faster recovery and an earlier return to daily life. However, the most suitable treatment method for each patient is determined according to the characteristics of the disease and the clinical evaluation.

When should you consult Interventional Neuroradiology?

When a brain aneurysm, stroke, brain vessel blockage, vascular malformation, carotid artery narrowing or another neurovascular disease is suspected, the relevant specialist physician may recommend an Interventional Neuroradiology evaluation. An appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan is created based on the patient's current clinical condition and imaging findings.